The road tax status for RL54 FVD is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for RL54 FVD?

The MOT for RL54 FVD is valid and due for renewal on or before 20 May 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of RL54 FVD?

The recorded mileage for RL54 FVD is 227,278 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is RL54 FVD ULEZ compliant?

No, RL54 FVD does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Does RL54 FVD have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, RL54 FVD 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

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Outstanding Recall

2005 BMW 3 Series 2.9L Diesel · RL54 FVD

RL54 FVD

2005 BMW 3 Series (2.9L, diesel). First registered 26/01/2005. Recorded mileage 227,278 miles. MOT valid until 20/05/2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin: 2005 · Reading
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Valid until 20/05/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 227,278 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.9L
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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Mileage: 227,278 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2005
Engine: 2926cc

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RL54 FVD Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 22/05/2026
227,278 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

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✗ Outstanding recall notice

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RL54 FVD Mileage History

25/07/2023205,235 mi
07/08/2023205,259 mi+24 mi
25/07/2024218,868 mi+13,609 mi
23/06/2025225,207 mi+6,339 mi
22/05/2026227,278 mi+2,071 mi

Average of roughly 7,806 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

RL54 FVD MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 3 Oct 2026, 12:48

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 BMW 3 Series (RL54 FVD) between July 2023 and May 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 22 May 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 (8 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 20 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 Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))”.

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