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337 DRK

1997 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,626 mi
Last recorded8,626 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW 3 Series110,506 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration337 DRK
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2025 8,626 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 8,528 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 8,482 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 8,465 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 8,383 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 8,359 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 8,256 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 8,053 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 8,006 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 7,799 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 7,595 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 7,412 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 7,308 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 7,205 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 7,076 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 6,796 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 6,613 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 6,579 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 6,489 miles

slight play in offside track rod in steering rack

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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337 DRK is a 1997 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 1,896cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 110,506 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 337 DRK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this BMW 3 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 337 DRK?

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What year was 337 DRK registered?

337 DRK is a 1997 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 15 August 1997.

Is 337 DRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for 337 DRK shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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