The road tax status for EJ05 LPC is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for EJ05 LPC?

The MOT for EJ05 LPC is valid and due for renewal on or before 7 July 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of EJ05 LPC?

The recorded mileage for EJ05 LPC is 133,997 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is EJ05 LPC ULEZ compliant?

No, EJ05 LPC does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Does EJ05 LPC have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, EJ05 LPC 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

2005 BMW 3 Series 3.0L Petrol · EJ05 LPC

EJ05 LPC

2005 BMW 3 Series (3.0L, petrol). First registered 07 May 2005. Recorded mileage 133,997 miles. MOT valid until 07 Jul 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin: 2005 · Chelmsford
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Valid until 07 Jul 2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 133,997 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early 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.

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Fuel Type

Petrol

Year

2005

Engine

2979cc

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EJ05 LPC Key Findings

27 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 09/07/2026
133,997 miles recorded at latest MOT
7 historical MOT failures
5 defects noted at the latest MOT

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EJ05 LPC MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 31 Oct 2026, 09:52

MOT Analysis

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27 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 BMW 3 Series (EJ05 LPC) between April 2008 and July 2026.

The record contains 20 passes and 7 failures.

The most recent test on 09 July 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: Suspension (11 issues), Lighting (9 issues), Tyres (9 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 28 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: “Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Brake servo vacuum pipe collapsed (3.6.C.1b)”.

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EJ05 LPC Mileage History

22/04/200826,216 mi
19/05/200934,313 mi+8,097 mi
20/05/200934,313 mi
26/06/200934,333 mi+20 mi
14/06/201047,125 mi+12,792 mi
05/10/201155,656 mi+8,531 mi
08/11/201265,431 mi+9,775 mi
19/03/201366,483 mi+1,052 mi
19/03/201366,483 mi
05/03/201467,924 mi+1,441 mi
05/03/201467,924 mi
27/02/201575,955 mi+8,031 mi
19/04/201684,081 mi+8,126 mi
25/03/201790,492 mi+6,411 mi
16/03/201897,752 mi+7,260 mi
23/02/2019105,858 mi+8,106 mi
21/03/2020110,855 mi+4,997 mi
01/06/2021116,000 mi+5,145 mi
28/04/2022120,031 mi+4,031 mi
13/04/2023121,303 mi+1,272 mi
14/04/2023121,303 mi
26/04/2024124,002 mi+2,699 mi
26/04/2024124,002 mi
01/05/2025127,921 mi+3,919 mi
01/05/2025127,921 mi
09/07/2026133,997 mi+6,076 mi
09/07/2026133,997 mi

Average of roughly 5,918 miles per year across 27 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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Average MOT pass rate (60%)

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