The road tax status for EX54 ERU is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for EX54 ERU?

The MOT for EX54 ERU is valid and due for renewal on or before 25 September 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of EX54 ERU?

The recorded mileage for EX54 ERU is 125,715 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is EX54 ERU ULEZ compliant?

No, EX54 ERU does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Does EX54 ERU have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, EX54 ERU 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 2.2L Petrol · EX54 ERU

EX54 ERU

2004 BMW 3 Series (2.2L, petrol). First registered 03/09/2004. Recorded mileage 125,715 miles. MOT status: Expired. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin: 2004 · Chelmsford
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Valid until 25/09/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 125,715 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 2.2L
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 25/09/2026

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Mileage: 125,715 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2004
Engine: 2171cc

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EX54 ERU Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 27/09/2025
125,715 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
7 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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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

! Older vehicle

✗ Outstanding recall notice

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EX54 ERU Mileage History

15/12/2021121,294 mi
01/04/2023125,107 mi+3,813 mi
17/04/2023125,127 mi+20 mi
26/09/2025125,714 mi+587 mi
27/09/2025125,715 mi+1 mi

Average of roughly 1,168 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

EX54 ERU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 Sept 2026, 10:01

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 BMW 3 Series (EX54 ERU) between December 2021 and September 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 27 September 2025 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: Suspension (14 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Brakes (8 issues), Bodywork (4 issues), Windscreen (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 32 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 Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”; “Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255/30zrf19 (5.2.3 (e))”.

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