The road tax status for HG03 BCV is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for HG03 BCV?

The MOT for HG03 BCV is valid and due for renewal on or before 29 July 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of HG03 BCV?

The recorded mileage for HG03 BCV is 102,197 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is HG03 BCV ULEZ compliant?

No, HG03 BCV does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Does HG03 BCV have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, HG03 BCV 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

MOT Valid

Outstanding Recall

2003 BMW 3 Series 3.0L Petrol · HG03 BCV

HG03 BCV

2003 BMW 3 Series (3.0L, petrol). First registered 07 Mar 2003. Recorded mileage 102,197 miles. MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin: 2003 · Bournemouth
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Valid until 29 Jul 2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 102,197 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

2003

Engine

2979cc

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HG03 BCV Key Findings

32 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 08/07/2026
102,197 miles recorded at latest MOT
11 historical MOT failures
1 defect noted at the latest MOT

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HG03 BCV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 31 Oct 2026, 05:57

MOT Analysis

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32 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 BMW 3 Series (HG03 BCV) between March 2006 and July 2026.

The record contains 21 passes and 11 failures.

The most recent test on 08 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 11 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (29 issues), Brakes (15 issues), Windscreen (8 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Suspension (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 46 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 Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”.

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HG03 BCV Mileage History

02/03/200630,938 mi
03/04/200740,500 mi+9,562 mi
31/03/200845,107 mi+4,607 mi
30/03/200950,098 mi+4,991 mi
30/03/200950,098 mi
06/04/201054,677 mi+4,579 mi
09/04/201054,679 mi+2 mi
11/04/201160,090 mi+5,411 mi
24/04/201263,478 mi+3,388 mi
24/04/201263,478 mi
01/05/201366,885 mi+3,407 mi
03/05/201366,891 mi+6 mi
13/05/201470,573 mi+3,682 mi
13/05/201470,575 mi+2 mi
28/04/201574,182 mi+3,607 mi
04/05/201678,093 mi+3,911 mi
12/05/201783,118 mi+5,025 mi
09/05/201886,820 mi+3,702 mi
08/05/201990,275 mi+3,455 mi
01/07/202093,580 mi+3,305 mi
02/07/202093,580 mi
24/06/202194,785 mi+1,205 mi
25/06/202194,785 mi
15/06/202296,005 mi+1,220 mi
16/06/202296,012 mi+7 mi
19/06/202397,890 mi+1,878 mi
19/06/202397,893 mi+3 mi
25/06/2024100,655 mi+2,762 mi
14/07/2025101,496 mi+841 mi
31/07/2025101,501 mi+5 mi
02/07/2026102,190 mi+689 mi
08/07/2026102,197 mi+7 mi

Average of roughly 3,502 miles per year across 32 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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Valid MOT

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Average MOT pass rate (60%)

1 dangerous defects found recently

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