The road tax status for M522 ARK is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for M522 ARK?

The MOT for M522 ARK is valid and due for renewal on or before 1 July 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of M522 ARK?

The recorded mileage for M522 ARK is 80,700 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is M522 ARK ULEZ compliant?

No, M522 ARK does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

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1994 BMW 3 Series 1.8L Petrol · M522 ARK

M522 ARK

1994 BMW 3 Series (1.8L, petrol). First registered 08/09/1994. Recorded mileage 80,700 miles. MOT valid until 01/07/2027.

Make & Model: BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin: 1994 · Manchester
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 01/07/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 80,700 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 80,700 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1994
Engine: 1796cc

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M522 ARK Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 03/07/2026
80,700 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
6 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (15 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

✗ 2 dangerous defects found recently

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M522 ARK Mileage History

19/06/202380,623 mi
20/06/202480,681 mi+58 mi
26/06/202580,700 mi+19 mi
26/06/202580,702 mi+2 mi
03/07/202680,700 mi-2 mi

Average of roughly 25 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

M522 ARK MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 11 Sept 2026, 07:18

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1994 BMW 3 Series (M522 ARK) between June 2023 and July 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 03 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (15 issues), Bodywork (6 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 28 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: “Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))”.

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