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Outstanding Recall

2004 BMW 3 Series 2.9L Diesel · RN54 ADV

RN54 ADV

2004 BMW 3 Series (2.9L, diesel). First registered 15/12/2004. Recorded mileage 112,376 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin
2004 · Reading
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 19/09/2024
Road Tax
SORN
Recorded Mileage
112,376 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.9L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

Action Required

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
Expired
Valid until 19/09/2024
Tax Status
SORN
Statutory Off Road (SORN)
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2004
Engine
2926cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle holds a current roadworthiness status based on its most recent test conducted on 21 September 2023. This inspection resulted in a pass with no recorded defects or advisories, indicating the vehicle met the minimum legal requirements at that specific point. However, the lack of historical failure data makes it impossible to establish a long-term maintenance trend or identify recurring mechanical issues over time. The recorded mileage of 112,376 miles over a 22-year period averages to approximately 5,108 miles per year. This usage pattern is significantly lower than the national average for a vehicle of this age, suggesting annual use. Such low mileage on an older BMW can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and fluid stagnation. Since the last MOT was performed nearly three years ago relative to the current date of August 2026, the current mechanical state of the vehicle is unverified. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity of the chassis, as older vehicles from this era are prone to corrosion that may develop between tests. Given the age and low mileage, the condition of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake lines should be checked for perish rot or cracking. The absence of recent advisories does not guarantee that consumable items like brake discs or tyre sidewalls have not deteriorated since the 2023 test. Buying score: 58 Risk level: Medium.

RN54 ADV Key Findings

  • 1 MOT test recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 21/09/2023
  • 112,376 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
50
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
✗ Outstanding recall notice
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RN54 ADV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 18 Sept 2026, 04:09
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

1 MOT test are recorded for this 2004 BMW 3 Series (RN54 ADV) between September 2023 and September 2023.

The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 0 advisory notices note items to monitor.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY