The road tax status for VN55 BVL is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for VN55 BVL?

The MOT for VN55 BVL is valid and due for renewal on or before 21 September 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of VN55 BVL?

The recorded mileage for VN55 BVL is 121,571 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is VN55 BVL ULEZ compliant?

No, VN55 BVL does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Does VN55 BVL have an outstanding safety recall?

No, VN55 BVL has no outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded in official DVSA databases.

Official DVLA Record

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2005 BMW 3 Series 3.0L Petrol · VN55 BVL

VN55 BVL

2005 BMW 3 Series (3.0L, petrol). First registered 28/09/2005. Recorded mileage 121,571 miles. MOT status: Expired. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.

Make & Model: BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin: 2005 · Worcester
Safety Recall: None Outstanding
MOT Status: Valid until 21/09/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 121,571 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 3.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

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Valid until 21/09/2026

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Mileage: 121,571 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2005
Engine: 2979cc

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VN55 BVL Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 23/09/2025
121,571 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
4 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (8 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently

! Older vehicle

✓ No outstanding recalls

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VN55 BVL Mileage History

18/09/2023115,914 mi
20/09/2023115,950 mi+36 mi
10/09/2024120,486 mi+4,536 mi
13/09/2024120,500 mi+14 mi
23/09/2025121,571 mi+1,071 mi

Average of roughly 2,807 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

VN55 BVL MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 2 Sept 2026, 06:02

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 BMW 3 Series (VN55 BVL) between September 2023 and September 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 23 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (8 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 17 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 Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Rear Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))”.

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