The road tax status for RN53 OGJ is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for RN53 OGJ?

The MOT for RN53 OGJ is valid and due for renewal on or before 12 October 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of RN53 OGJ?

The recorded mileage for RN53 OGJ is 146,627 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is RN53 OGJ ULEZ compliant?

No, RN53 OGJ does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Does RN53 OGJ have an outstanding safety recall?

No, RN53 OGJ has no outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded in official DVSA databases.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

No Recalls

2004 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Diesel · RN53 OGJ

RN53 OGJ

2004 BMW 3 Series (2.0L, diesel). First registered 10/01/2004. Recorded mileage 146,627 miles. MOT valid until 12/10/2026. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.

Make & Model: BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin: 2004 · Reading
Safety Recall: None Outstanding
MOT Status: Valid until 12/10/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 146,627 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 146,627 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2004
Engine: 1995cc

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RN53 OGJ Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 14/10/2025
146,627 miles recorded at latest MOT
3 historical MOT failures
1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ Poor MOT pass rate (40%)

! Older vehicle

✓ No outstanding recalls

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RN53 OGJ Mileage History

25/01/2024145,560 mi
25/01/2024145,575 mi+15 mi
08/09/2025146,520 mi+945 mi
07/10/2025146,618 mi+98 mi
14/10/2025146,627 mi+9 mi

Average of roughly 621 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

RN53 OGJ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Sept 2026, 00:52

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 BMW 3 Series (RN53 OGJ) between January 2024 and October 2025.

The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 14 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 4 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 Lower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))”; “Offside Lower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”.

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