No, N952 VPH is currently recorded as untaxed in official DVLA vehicle records.

When is the MOT due for N952 VPH?

The MOT for N952 VPH is valid and due for renewal on or before 22 August 2011.

What is the recorded mileage of N952 VPH?

The recorded mileage for N952 VPH is 94,631 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is N952 VPH ULEZ compliant?

No, N952 VPH does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Does N952 VPH have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, N952 VPH 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

Outstanding Recall

1996 BMW 3 Series 1.8L Petrol · N952 VPH

N952 VPH

1996 BMW 3 Series (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01/05/1996. Recorded mileage 94,631 miles. MOT status: Expired. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin: 1996 · Newcastle
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Valid until 22/08/2011
Road Tax: Untaxed (01/08/2011)
Recorded Mileage: 94,631 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 1.8L
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

Expired

Valid until 22/08/2011

Tax Status

Untaxed

Tax due 01/08/2011

Mileage: 94,631 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 1996
Engine: 1796cc

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N952 VPH Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 23/08/2010
94,631 miles recorded at latest MOT
4 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! No MOT history found

! Older vehicle

✗ Outstanding recall notice

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N952 VPH Mileage History

17/03/200676,316 mi
03/04/200780,112 mi+3,796 mi
04/04/200886,394 mi+6,282 mi
15/08/200989,623 mi+3,229 mi
23/08/201094,631 mi+5,008 mi

Average of roughly 4,129 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

N952 VPH MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 5 Oct 2026, 18:00

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1996 BMW 3 Series (N952 VPH) between March 2006 and August 2010.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 8 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 8 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.

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