The road tax status for GU04 BVP is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for GU04 BVP?

The MOT for GU04 BVP is valid and due for renewal on or before 8 January 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of GU04 BVP?

The recorded mileage for GU04 BVP is 142,324 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is GU04 BVP ULEZ compliant?

No, GU04 BVP does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Does GU04 BVP have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, GU04 BVP is recorded with an outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice under official DVSA records. Vehicle manufacturers are legally required to rectify safety recalls free of charge at any authorised franchised dealership.

Official DVLA Record

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Outstanding Recall

2004 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Petrol · GU04 BVP

GU04 BVP

2004 BMW 3 Series (2.0L, petrol). First registered 05/03/2004. Recorded mileage 142,324 miles. MOT valid until 08/01/2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin: 2004 · Canterbury
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Valid until 08/01/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 142,324 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status

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Mileage: 142,324 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2004
Engine: 1995cc

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GU04 BVP Key Findings

28 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 09/01/2026
142,324 miles recorded at latest MOT
8 historical MOT failures
1 defect noted at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✓ Valid MOT

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

! Older vehicle

✗ Outstanding recall notice

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GU04 BVP Mileage History

26/02/200739,763 mi
22/02/200856,931 mi+17,168 mi
24/02/200961,667 mi+4,736 mi
04/03/201065,784 mi+4,117 mi
04/03/201065,784 mi
28/02/201168,937 mi+3,153 mi
28/02/201272,693 mi+3,756 mi
04/03/201376,339 mi+3,646 mi
26/02/201479,264 mi+2,925 mi
15/12/201481,730 mi+2,466 mi
30/11/201588,808 mi+7,078 mi
02/12/201588,809 mi+1 mi
05/12/201694,144 mi+5,335 mi
14/11/201798,601 mi+4,457 mi
05/11/2018105,153 mi+6,552 mi
05/11/2018105,153 mi
13/11/2019113,084 mi+7,931 mi
14/11/2019113,085 mi+1 mi
06/11/2020116,842 mi+3,757 mi
06/11/2020116,844 mi+2 mi
18/10/2021118,673 mi+1,829 mi
19/10/2021118,675 mi+2 mi
30/11/2022122,426 mi+3,751 mi
08/12/2023128,359 mi+5,933 mi
14/12/2023128,361 mi+2 mi
03/01/2025134,746 mi+6,385 mi
06/01/2025134,748 mi+2 mi
09/01/2026142,324 mi+7,576 mi

Average of roughly 5,435 miles per year across 28 recorded odometer readings.

GU04 BVP MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 5 Oct 2026, 21:46

MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

28 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 BMW 3 Series (GU04 BVP) between February 2007 and January 2026.

The record contains 20 passes and 8 failures.

The most recent test on 09 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 8 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (21 issues), Lighting (17 issues), Suspension (9 issues), Windscreen (6 issues), Tyres (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 27 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect HEADLAMPS REQUIRE POLISHING OR REPLACING (4.1.2 (”.

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