The road tax status for LF55 EWL is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for LF55 EWL?

The MOT for LF55 EWL is valid and due for renewal on or before 2 October 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of LF55 EWL?

The recorded mileage for LF55 EWL is 127,577 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is LF55 EWL ULEZ compliant?

No, LF55 EWL does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Does LF55 EWL have an outstanding safety recall?

No, LF55 EWL has no outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded in official DVSA databases.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

No Recalls

2005 BMW 3 Series 2.5L Petrol · LF55 EWL

LF55 EWL

2005 BMW 3 Series (2.5L, petrol). First registered 06/12/2005. Recorded mileage 127,577 miles. MOT valid until 02/10/2026. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.

Make & Model: BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin: 2005 · Stanmore (North London)
Safety Recall: None Outstanding
MOT Status: Valid until 02/10/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 127,577 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 2.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 02/10/2026

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Mileage: 127,577 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2005
Engine: 2494cc

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LF55 EWL Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 20/09/2025
127,577 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
5 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (15 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✓ Valid MOT

! Tax Status Unknown

! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

! Older vehicle

✓ No outstanding recalls

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LF55 EWL Mileage History

03/10/2023118,853 mi
04/10/2023118,854 mi+1 mi
21/09/2024121,975 mi+3,121 mi
03/10/2024121,979 mi+4 mi
20/09/2025127,577 mi+5,598 mi

Average of roughly 4,438 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

LF55 EWL MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 11 Sept 2026, 08:26

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 BMW 3 Series (LF55 EWL) between October 2023 and September 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 20 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: Brakes (15 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 24 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 Brake pipe excessively corroded as marked in yellow chalk (1.1.11 (c))”; “Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))”.

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