The road tax status for EU57 BUW is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for EU57 BUW?

The MOT for EU57 BUW is valid and due for renewal on or before 1 October 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of EU57 BUW?

The recorded mileage for EU57 BUW is 78,198 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is EU57 BUW ULEZ compliant?

Yes, EU57 BUW (BMW 3 SERIES) meets Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) standards and is exempt from daily ULEZ charges in London.

Does EU57 BUW have an outstanding safety recall?

No, EU57 BUW has no outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded in official DVSA databases.

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No Recalls

2008 BMW 3 Series 3.0L Petrol · EU57 BUW

EU57 BUW

2008 BMW 3 Series (3.0L, petrol). First registered 11 Feb 2008. Recorded mileage 78,198 miles. MOT valid until 01 Oct 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.

Make & Model: BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin: 2008 · Chelmsford
Safety Recall: None Outstanding
MOT Status: Valid until 01 Oct 2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 78,198 mi
ULEZ Compliance: ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 3.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Year

2008

Engine

2996cc

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EU57 BUW Key Findings

22 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 03/10/2026
78,198 miles recorded at latest MOT
6 historical MOT failures
3 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (32 mentions)

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EU57 BUW MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 1 Nov 2026, 02:24

MOT Analysis

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22 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 BMW 3 Series (EU57 BUW) between February 2011 and October 2026.

The record contains 16 passes and 6 failures.

The most recent test on 03 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (32 issues), Tyres (30 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 60 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 ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))”.

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EU57 BUW Mileage History

10/02/201123,117 mi
15/02/201123,191 mi+74 mi
06/02/201230,858 mi+7,667 mi
10/10/201235,435 mi+4,577 mi
26/09/201343,177 mi+7,742 mi
24/09/201444,114 mi+937 mi
22/09/201545,063 mi+949 mi
22/09/201545,063 mi
29/09/201646,605 mi+1,542 mi
04/10/201748,244 mi+1,639 mi
05/10/201748,264 mi+20 mi
17/09/201849,881 mi+1,617 mi
19/09/201951,510 mi+1,629 mi
01/10/202052,531 mi+1,021 mi
14/09/202252,547 mi+16 mi
14/09/202252,547 mi
10/01/202352,687 mi+140 mi
09/01/202460,749 mi+8,062 mi
03/01/202568,221 mi+7,472 mi
07/01/202675,160 mi+6,939 mi
09/01/202675,229 mi+69 mi
03/10/202678,198 mi+2,969 mi

Average of roughly 3,521 miles per year across 22 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

No Open Safety Recalls

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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

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No outstanding recalls

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