Official DVLA Record
MOT Valid
Road Tax Paid
Outstanding Recall

2004 BMW 3 Series 3.0L Petrol · N88 YAH

N88 YAH

2004 BMW 3 Series (3.0L, petrol). First registered 01/03/2004. Recorded mileage 124,856 miles. MOT valid until 11/04/2027. Taxed until 01/04/2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin
2004 · Newcastle
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 11/04/2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01/04/2027)
Recorded Mileage
124,856 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 3.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

Action Required

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
Valid
Valid until 11/04/2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/04/2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2004
Engine
2979cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, demonstrating a consistent maintenance trend over the last several years. Following the most recent inspection in April 2026 at 124,856 miles, the car passed with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a period of clean tests since 2022, indicating that the mechanical and safety components are currently being maintained to a passing standard. The mileage pattern is notably low for a vehicle of 22 years' age, averaging approximately 5,675 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage recorded between November 2020 (121,768 miles) and February 2022 (124,050 miles), during which the car covered only roughly 2,300 miles. While the low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, long periods of standing can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components, fluid acidity, and brake-related issues due to corrosion. While the recent records are clean, a buyer must perform a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and underbody structure. The November 2020 test identified a corroded offside rear artwork spring, and although the vehicle has passed since then, the age of the chassis makes it susceptible to structural rust in the mounting points and sills. Given the low annual mileage, the buyer should specifically check for seized brake calipers or perished rubber hoses, which are common symptoms in vehicles that remain stationary for extended periods.

N88 YAH Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 13/04/2026
  • 124,856 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
80
/ 100 · Good
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
✗ Outstanding recall notice
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Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
Recall Notice Outstanding

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N88 YAH Mileage History

  1. 03/02/2022124,050 mi
  2. 07/06/2023124,653 mi+603 mi
  3. 23/07/2024124,756 mi+103 mi
  4. 13/04/2026124,856 mi+100 mi

Average of roughly 192 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

N88 YAH MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 Jun 2026, 02:30
MOT Analysis

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

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 BMW 3 Series (N88 YAH) between February 2022 and April 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY