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The recorded mileage for R173 BFS is 67,632 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is R173 BFS ULEZ compliant?

No, R173 BFS 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

1997 BMW 316 1.6L Petrol · R173 BFS

R173 BFS

1997 BMW 316 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01/08/1997. Recorded mileage 67,632 miles. MOT status: Failed.

Make & Model: BMW 316
Year / Origin: 1997 · Reading
MOT Status: Failed
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 67,632 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.6L
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MOT Status

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Mileage: 67,632 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1997
Engine: 1596cc

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R173 BFS Key Findings

1 MOT test recorded
Latest MOT failed on 18/10/2021
67,632 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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