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1997 BMW 3 SERIES2.8L Petrol

R178 AEV

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1997 BMW 3 SERIES — Petrol, 2793cc. This vehicle has 171,801 miles on record. MOT status: no valid MOT. Tax: not taxed. Review the complete history and specs.

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Mileage: 171,801
Fuel: Petrol
Year: 1997
Engine: 2793cc

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MOT Roadworthiness Score: Below Average.

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (75%)

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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56

AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

This 1997 BMW 3 Series (R178 AEV) has a recorded MOT history spanning from August 2021 to November 2023, with 4 MOT tests on record.

Across its entire MOT history, this BMW has a 75% success rate (3 passes and 1 fails). The pass rate is roughly in line with national averages for vehicles of this age.

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