The road tax status for X526 BDY is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for X526 BDY?

The MOT for X526 BDY is valid and due for renewal on or before 18 October 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of X526 BDY?

The recorded mileage for X526 BDY is 137,669 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is X526 BDY ULEZ compliant?

No, X526 BDY does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Does X526 BDY have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, X526 BDY 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

MOT Valid

Outstanding Recall

2000 BMW 3 Series 2.2L Petrol · X526 BDY

X526 BDY

2000 BMW 3 Series (2.2L, petrol). First registered 23/11/2000. Recorded mileage 137,669 miles. MOT valid until 18/10/2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin: 2000 · Export Allocation
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Valid until 18/10/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 137,669 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 2.2L
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

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Valid until 18/10/2026

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Mileage: 137,669 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2000
Engine: 2171cc

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X526 BDY Key Findings

2 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 20/10/2025
137,669 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
2 defects noted at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✓ Valid MOT

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! Average MOT pass rate (50%)

✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently

! Older vehicle

✗ Outstanding recall notice

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X526 BDY Mileage History

15/10/2025137,655 mi
20/10/2025137,669 mi+14 mi

Average of roughly 1,055 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.

X526 BDY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 29 Sept 2026, 19:45

MOT Analysis

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2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2000 BMW 3 Series (X526 BDY) between October 2025 and October 2025.

The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 20 October 2025 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: Tyres (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 4 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: “Rear Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))”; “Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.

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