The road tax status for SL05 EDX is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for SL05 EDX?

The MOT for SL05 EDX is valid and due for renewal on or before 12 September 2024.

What is the recorded mileage of SL05 EDX?

The recorded mileage for SL05 EDX is 98,967 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is SL05 EDX ULEZ compliant?

No, SL05 EDX 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

2005 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Petrol · SL05 EDX

SL05 EDX

2005 BMW 3 Series (2.0L, petrol). First registered 10/03/2005. Recorded mileage 98,967 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin: 2005 · Edinburgh
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 12/09/2024
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 98,967 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

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Valid until 12/09/2024

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Mileage: 98,967 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2005
Engine: 1995cc

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SL05 EDX Key Findings

4 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 08/09/2023
98,967 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
6 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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SL05 EDX Mileage History

14/09/202172,535 mi
14/09/202286,001 mi+13,466 mi
07/09/202398,966 mi+12,965 mi
08/09/202398,967 mi+1 mi

Average of roughly 13,332 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

SL05 EDX MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 10 Sept 2026, 00:27

MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 BMW 3 Series (SL05 EDX) between September 2021 and September 2023.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 08 September 2023 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: Brakes (9 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 14 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: “Brake performance unable to be tested red brake light on dash indicating fault. (1.2.1 (g))”; “Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))”; “Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))”.

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