The road tax status for CA03 KAY is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for CA03 KAY?

The MOT for CA03 KAY is valid and due for renewal on or before 15 July 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of CA03 KAY?

The recorded mileage for CA03 KAY is 32,871 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is CA03 KAY ULEZ compliant?

No, CA03 KAY does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Does CA03 KAY have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, CA03 KAY 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

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Outstanding Recall

2008 BMW 3 Series 3.0L Diesel · CA03 KAY

CA03 KAY

2008 BMW 3 Series (3.0L, diesel). First registered 16/05/2008. Recorded mileage 32,871 miles. MOT valid until 15/07/2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin: 2008 · Cardiff
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Valid until 15/07/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 32,871 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 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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Mileage: 32,871 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2008
Engine: 2993cc

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CA03 KAY Key Findings

18 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 22/06/2026
32,871 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: Average

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✓ Valid MOT

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently

! Older vehicle

✗ Outstanding recall notice

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CA03 KAY Mileage History

11/05/201111,129 mi
02/05/201213,825 mi+2,696 mi
26/04/201315,071 mi+1,246 mi
24/04/201416,975 mi+1,904 mi
05/05/201519,376 mi+2,401 mi
09/05/201621,049 mi+1,673 mi
08/05/201722,669 mi+1,620 mi
08/05/201722,669 mi
08/05/201824,121 mi+1,452 mi
02/05/201925,361 mi+1,240 mi
17/07/202026,711 mi+1,350 mi
23/06/202127,308 mi+597 mi
23/06/202228,413 mi+1,105 mi
22/06/202329,338 mi+925 mi
01/07/202430,358 mi+1,020 mi
25/06/202531,240 mi+882 mi
22/06/202632,868 mi+1,628 mi
22/06/202632,871 mi+3 mi

Average of roughly 1,438 miles per year across 18 recorded odometer readings.

CA03 KAY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 1 Oct 2026, 05:13

MOT Analysis

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18 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 BMW 3 Series (CA03 KAY) between May 2011 and June 2026.

The record contains 16 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 22 June 2026 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 (6 issues). 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: “Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 255/35x18 bridgestone run flat (5”; “Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (4.1.D.1b)”.

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