No, M297 DLF is currently recorded as untaxed in official DVLA vehicle records.

When is the MOT due for M297 DLF?

The MOT for M297 DLF is valid and due for renewal on or before 15 June 2024.

What is the recorded mileage of M297 DLF?

The recorded mileage for M297 DLF is 132,043 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is M297 DLF ULEZ compliant?

No, M297 DLF does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

1995 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Petrol · M297 DLF

M297 DLF

1995 BMW 3 Series (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01/05/1995. Recorded mileage 132,043 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin: 1995 · Manchester
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 15/06/2024
Road Tax: Untaxed (01/07/2023)
Recorded Mileage: 132,043 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 15/06/2024

Tax Status

Untaxed

Tax due 01/07/2023

Mileage: 132,043 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 1995
Engine: 1991cc

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M297 DLF Key Findings

4 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 16/06/2023
132,043 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Recurring exhaust & emissions items (4 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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M297 DLF Mileage History

06/06/2022125,399 mi
17/06/2022125,399 mi
09/06/2023132,043 mi+6,644 mi
16/06/2023132,043 mi

Average of roughly 6,472 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

M297 DLF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Sept 2026, 20:32

MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1995 BMW 3 Series (M297 DLF) between June 2022 and June 2023.

The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 16 June 2023 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: Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 6 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: “Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))”; “Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))”; “Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))”.

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