2005 BMW 3 Series 3.0L Diesel · TB02 BAB
2005 BMW 3 Series (3.0L, diesel). First registered 29 Jun 2005. Recorded mileage 48,449 miles. MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2005
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 48,449 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial 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.
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TB02 BAB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 24/09/2026
- 48,449 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
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TB02 BAB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 BMW 3 Series (TB02 BAB) between October 2022 and September 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.
In total 3 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.
TB02 BAB Mileage History
- 27/10/202240,914 mi
- 18/09/202343,256 mi+2,342 mi
- 23/09/202445,944 mi+2,688 mi
- 16/09/202547,139 mi+1,195 mi
- 24/09/202648,449 mi+1,310 mi
Average of roughly 1,927 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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