2004 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Petrol · EY54 HVE
2004 BMW 3 Series (2.0L, petrol). First registered 29 Oct 2004. Recorded mileage 51,031 miles. MOT valid until 06 Jun 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 51,031 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial 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.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
EY54 HVE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 08/06/2026
- 51,031 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EY54 HVE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 BMW 3 Series (EY54 HVE) between July 2023 and June 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 08 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 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 Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)”.
EY54 HVE Mileage History
- 05/07/202341,791 mi
- 02/05/202443,089 mi+1,298 mi
- 03/05/202548,706 mi+5,617 mi
- 03/05/202548,706 mi
- 08/06/202651,031 mi+2,325 mi
Average of roughly 3,157 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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