The road tax status for Y203 EBA is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for Y203 EBA?

The MOT for Y203 EBA is valid and due for renewal on or before 20 March 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of Y203 EBA?

The recorded mileage for Y203 EBA is 190,759 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is Y203 EBA ULEZ compliant?

No, Y203 EBA does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Does Y203 EBA have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, Y203 EBA is recorded with an outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice under official DVSA records. Vehicle manufacturers are legally required to rectify safety recalls free of charge at any authorised franchised dealership.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

Outstanding Recall

2001 BMW 3 Series 2.5L Petrol · Y203 EBA

Y203 EBA

2001 BMW 3 Series (2.5L, petrol). First registered 23/05/2001. Recorded mileage 190,759 miles. MOT valid until 20/03/2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin: 2001 · Leeds
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Valid until 20/03/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 190,759 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 2.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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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

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Mileage: 190,759 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2001
Engine: 2494cc

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Y203 EBA Key Findings

30 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 21/03/2026
190,759 miles recorded at latest MOT
10 historical MOT failures
2 defects noted at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: 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.

✓ Valid MOT

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

! Older vehicle

✗ Outstanding recall notice

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Y203 EBA Mileage History

31/05/200670,581 mi
21/05/200778,048 mi+7,467 mi
21/05/200884,802 mi+6,754 mi
07/05/200991,504 mi+6,702 mi
17/05/201096,051 mi+4,547 mi
17/06/201096,165 mi+114 mi
06/06/2011103,094 mi+6,929 mi
17/05/2012111,340 mi+8,246 mi
23/05/2012111,340 mi
30/05/2013114,445 mi+3,105 mi
30/05/2013114,445 mi
02/06/2014117,213 mi+2,768 mi
18/05/2015120,819 mi+3,606 mi
18/05/2015120,819 mi
04/06/2016122,929 mi+2,110 mi
14/06/2017125,533 mi+2,604 mi
22/05/2018136,299 mi+10,766 mi
11/06/2019147,698 mi+11,399 mi
11/06/2019147,698 mi
10/02/2021159,913 mi+12,215 mi
23/02/2021159,913 mi
28/01/2022164,098 mi+4,185 mi
04/02/2022164,098 mi
02/02/2023169,581 mi+5,483 mi
30/01/2024177,029 mi+7,448 mi
01/02/2024177,038 mi+9 mi
13/02/2025184,284 mi+7,246 mi
14/02/2025184,290 mi+6 mi
11/03/2026190,704 mi+6,414 mi
21/03/2026190,759 mi+55 mi

Average of roughly 6,068 miles per year across 30 recorded odometer readings.

Y203 EBA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 8 Oct 2026, 07:22

MOT Analysis

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

30 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 BMW 3 Series (Y203 EBA) between May 2006 and March 2026.

The record contains 20 passes and 10 failures.

The most recent test on 21 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 10 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (42 issues), Lighting (20 issues), Suspension (15 issues), Steering (9 issues), Tyres (7 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 73 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 lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.

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