The road tax status for SH52 BGU is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for SH52 BGU?

The MOT for SH52 BGU is valid and due for renewal on or before 11 August 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of SH52 BGU?

The recorded mileage for SH52 BGU is 204,606 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is SH52 BGU ULEZ compliant?

No, SH52 BGU does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2002 BMW 316 1.8L Petrol · SH52 BGU

SH52 BGU

2002 BMW 316 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 26/11/2002. Recorded mileage 204,606 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: BMW 316
Year / Origin: 2002 · Glasgow
MOT Status: Valid until 11/08/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 204,606 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 11/08/2025

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Mileage: 204,606 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2002
Engine: 1796cc

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SH52 BGU Key Findings

4 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 12/08/2024
204,606 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
2 defects noted at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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SH52 BGU Mileage History

08/08/2022183,342 mi
27/07/2023196,927 mi+13,585 mi
12/08/2024204,606 mi+7,679 mi
12/08/2024204,606 mi

Average of roughly 10,564 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

SH52 BGU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Sept 2026, 02:07

MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 BMW 316 (SH52 BGU) between August 2022 and August 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 12 August 2024 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: Suspension (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 6 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: “Front Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))”.

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