The road tax status for AY57 YAD is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for AY57 YAD?

The MOT for AY57 YAD is valid and due for renewal on or before 23 March 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of AY57 YAD?

The recorded mileage for AY57 YAD is 110,450 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is AY57 YAD ULEZ compliant?

Yes, AY57 YAD (BMW 3 SERIES) meets Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) standards and is exempt from daily ULEZ charges in London.

Does AY57 YAD have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, AY57 YAD 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

2008 BMW 3 Series 3.0L Petrol · AY57 YAD

AY57 YAD

2008 BMW 3 Series (3.0L, petrol). First registered 01/02/2008. Recorded mileage 110,450 miles. MOT status: Expired. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin: 2008 · Ipswich
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Valid until 23/03/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 110,450 mi
ULEZ Compliance: ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 3.0L
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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Valid until 23/03/2026

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Mileage: 110,450 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2008
Engine: 2996cc

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AY57 YAD Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 24/03/2025
110,450 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
1 defect noted at the latest MOT

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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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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently

! Older vehicle

✗ Outstanding recall notice

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AY57 YAD Mileage History

07/10/2022100,295 mi
18/10/2023106,719 mi+6,424 mi
18/10/2023106,719 mi
12/10/2024110,421 mi+3,702 mi
24/03/2025110,450 mi+29 mi

Average of roughly 4,126 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

AY57 YAD MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 28 Sept 2026, 04:47

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 BMW 3 Series (AY57 YAD) between October 2022 and March 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 24 March 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

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

In total 3 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 Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))”.

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