1997 BMW 3 Series 2.8L Petrol · 30 K
1997 BMW 3 Series (2.8L, petrol). First registered 01/01/1997. Recorded mileage 62,045 miles. MOT valid until 12/04/2027. Taxed until 01/05/2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 1997
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12/04/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/05/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 62,045 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 1997
- Engine
- 2793cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
30 K Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/03/2026
- 62,045 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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.
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30 K Mileage History
- 18/01/202255,985 mi
- 14/04/202356,502 mi+517 mi
- 09/04/202458,329 mi+1,827 mi
- 12/04/202560,325 mi+1,996 mi
- 30/03/202662,045 mi+1,720 mi
Average of roughly 1,445 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
30 K 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 1997 BMW 3 Series (30 K) between January 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
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.