The road tax status for CW54 ARU is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for CW54 ARU?

The MOT for CW54 ARU is valid and due for renewal on or before 17 July 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of CW54 ARU?

The recorded mileage for CW54 ARU is 86,366 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is CW54 ARU ULEZ compliant?

No, CW54 ARU does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Does CW54 ARU have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, CW54 ARU 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

2004 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Petrol · CW54 ARU

CW54 ARU

2004 BMW 3 Series (2.0L, petrol). First registered 28/09/2004. Recorded mileage 86,366 miles. MOT status: Expired. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin: 2004 · Bangor
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Valid until 17/07/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 86,366 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 2.0L
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 17/07/2026

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Mileage: 86,366 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2004
Engine: 1995cc

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CW54 ARU Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT failed on 25/08/2026
86,366 miles recorded at latest MOT
3 historical MOT failures
3 defects noted at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Poor

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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✗ Poor MOT pass rate (40%)

! Older vehicle

✗ Outstanding recall notice

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CW54 ARU Mileage History

11/07/202482,048 mi
19/07/202482,048 mi
16/07/202585,178 mi+3,130 mi
12/08/202686,332 mi+1,154 mi
25/08/202686,366 mi+34 mi

Average of roughly 2,035 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

CW54 ARU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Sept 2026, 07:18

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 BMW 3 Series (CW54 ARU) between July 2024 and August 2026.

The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 25 August 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (6 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 6 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: “Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))”; “Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))”; “Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))”.

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