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M3 GOE

1997 BMW M3

Green Petrol 3201cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,753 mi
Last recorded59,753 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW M396,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM3 GOE
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,201cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 22 Aug 2025 59,753 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 59,203 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 59,068 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 59,063 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 59,010 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 58,960 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 58,253 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 57,513 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 57,424 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 55,967 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 55,818 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 55,167 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 54,625 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 53,288 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 51,970 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2007 50,657 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 49,439 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2005 47,569 miles

How Reliable is the BMW M3?

Based on 440,678 MOT tests across 34,038 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
3,682
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
34,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,421
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,386
coil spring incomplete 5,157
coil spring fractured 4,494
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,944
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M3 GOE is a 1997 BMW M3 in Green with a 3,201cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 96,985 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW M3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,421 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M3 GOE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M3 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this BMW M3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M3 GOE?

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What year was M3 GOE registered?

M3 GOE is a 1997 BMW M3, first registered on 17 January 1997.

Is M3 GOE safe to buy?

The MOT history for M3 GOE shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M3 GOE have outstanding finance?

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