2005 BMW 3 Series 2.5L Petrol · KJ55 HMC
2005 BMW 3 Series (2.5L, petrol). First registered 03 Sept 2005. Recorded mileage 224,238 miles. MOT valid until 15 May 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 224,238 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- 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.
KJ55 HMC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 01/05/2026
- 224,238 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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KJ55 HMC Mileage History
- 13/05/2022211,060 mi
- 12/05/2023217,216 mi+6,156 mi
- 17/05/2024221,171 mi+3,955 mi
- 16/05/2025222,829 mi+1,658 mi
- 01/05/2026224,238 mi+1,409 mi
Average of roughly 3,322 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
KJ55 HMC 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 2005 BMW 3 Series (KJ55 HMC) between May 2022 and May 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 10 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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.
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