The road tax status for B20 FES is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for B20 FES?

The MOT for B20 FES is valid and due for renewal on or before 16 September 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of B20 FES?

The recorded mileage for B20 FES is 93,805 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is B20 FES ULEZ compliant?

No, B20 FES does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Does B20 FES have an outstanding safety recall?

No, B20 FES has no outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded in official DVSA databases.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

No Recalls

2005 BMW 3 Series 2.5L Petrol · B20 FES

B20 FES

2005 BMW 3 Series (2.5L, petrol). First registered 07 Sept 2005. Recorded mileage 93,805 miles. MOT valid until 16 Sept 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.

Make & Model: BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin: 2005 · Birmingham
Safety Recall: None Outstanding
MOT Status: Valid until 16 Sept 2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 93,805 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 2.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Year

2005

Engine

2494cc

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B20 FES Key Findings

26 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 25/08/2026
93,805 miles recorded at latest MOT
7 historical MOT failures
3 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (25 mentions)

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B20 FES MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 2 Nov 2026, 13:11

MOT Analysis

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26 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 BMW 3 Series (B20 FES) between September 2008 and August 2026.

The record contains 19 passes and 7 failures.

The most recent test on 25 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (25 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 49 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: “Brake pipe excessively corroded BOTH SIDES front to rear (1.1.11 (c))”; “Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”.

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B20 FES Mileage History

03/09/200825,581 mi
04/09/200934,398 mi+8,817 mi
07/09/201043,068 mi+8,670 mi
07/09/201150,414 mi+7,346 mi
08/09/201150,414 mi
06/09/201256,081 mi+5,667 mi
07/09/201256,081 mi
28/08/201360,466 mi+4,385 mi
28/08/201360,466 mi
12/08/201462,163 mi+1,697 mi
12/08/201563,028 mi+865 mi
31/08/201663,530 mi+502 mi
01/09/201663,530 mi
21/08/201764,280 mi+750 mi
22/08/201764,280 mi
31/08/201864,483 mi+203 mi
27/08/201964,754 mi+271 mi
09/09/202064,924 mi+170 mi
23/08/202165,117 mi+193 mi
01/09/202270,510 mi+5,393 mi
01/09/202270,511 mi+1 mi
29/08/202381,185 mi+10,674 mi
07/09/202485,705 mi+4,520 mi
10/09/202485,710 mi+5 mi
18/09/202591,495 mi+5,785 mi
25/08/202693,805 mi+2,310 mi

Average of roughly 3,796 miles per year across 26 recorded odometer readings.

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ULEZ Compliant

No Open Safety Recalls

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Good MOT pass rate (80%)

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