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P830 PLY

1997 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

39,394 mi
Last recorded39,394 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW F Series24,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP830 PLY
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 39,394 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Mar 2025 38,420 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 May 2023 37,846 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 37,394 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 36,883 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 35,886 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 33,687 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2016 31,397 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 31,371 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 May 2014 31,364 miles

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 21 May 2013 31,240 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 29,043 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 28,220 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 26,784 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2010 26,784 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 13 Mar 2009 25,876 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 25,389 miles

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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P830 PLY is a 1997 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1997 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 24,098 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P830 PLY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 29 years old, this BMW F Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P830 PLY registered?

P830 PLY is a 1997 BMW F Series, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P830 PLY safe to buy?

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