1997 BMW 3 Series 2.5L Petrol · R191 CGF
1997 BMW 3 Series (2.5L, petrol). First registered 01/08/1997. Recorded mileage 156,058 miles. MOT valid until 24/07/2027. Taxed until 01/09/2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24/07/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/09/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 156,058 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 1997
- Engine
- 2494cc
R191 CGF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/07/2026
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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R191 CGF Mileage History
- 19/07/2023150,990 mi
- 15/07/2024152,755 mi+1,765 mi
- 17/07/2025156,058 mi+3,303 mi
Average of roughly 2,539 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
R191 CGF 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 (R191 CGF) between July 2022 and July 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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.
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