£3,000 - £4,000
1997 BMW 328i
United Kingdom • 21 Mar 2026 • Lot 166
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1997 BMW, with a 2.8L engine and automatic transmission, has 186,000 miles and a comprehensive service history. Finished in Madeira Violet with tan leather, it presents moderate wear and requires some reconditioning.
Condition
6
Moderate wear, reconditioning needed.
/ 10
Automatic
Transmission:
WBACF22080EV25764
Chassis No:
Odometer:
186,000 miles
P297LHK
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Registration: P297LHKVIN: WBACF22080EV25764Mileage Showing:Transmission: Automatic MOT: 22/09/2026 Number of Keys: 3V5 on Site: Yes
Sought after specification
2.8 Litre straight 6 engine
Low owners
29 service stamps
First registered April 1997 by Sewell BMW in Hartfordshire this sought after 2.8 litre, six cylinder model finished in Madeira Violet with contrasting tan leather interior shows only 3 previous keepers.
Showing 186,000 miles and sold with a large history file including stamped service book containing 29 service stamps, the most recent at 186,000 miles by local independant BMW specialits Autobahn along with printed records of maintenance carried out by the same specialists including new water pump in 2015 and other maintenance.
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Points of note
£1,604
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£7,075
Median Price (Since 2020)
£27,268
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Sep 22 2026
Latest MOT Mileage
186,150 miles
Registration Date
1997-04-14
MOT History
Passed
On Sep 23 2025 with 186,150 miles
Passed
On Jun 06 2024 with 186,146 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Passed
On Sep 17 2020 with 186,078 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front too rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Passed
On May 23 2018 with 177,666 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both mains (1.1.11 (c))
- Nearside Rear tyre wearing on inneredge
- Offside Front backplate corroded
Failed
On May 21 2018 with 177,666 miles
There were 8 defects noted, with 2 deemed dangerous.
Major:
- Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both mains (1.1.11 (c))
- Nearside Rear tyre wearing on inneredge
- Offside Front backplate corroded
Passed
On May 26 2017 with 160,567 miles
Failed
On May 26 2017 with 160,562 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Passed
On Mar 13 2015 with 158,613 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Failed
On Mar 12 2015 with 158,613 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Passed
On Mar 13 2014 with 155,831 miles
Passed
On Mar 13 2013 with 153,065 miles
Passed
On Mar 21 2012 with 151,157 miles
Passed
On Mar 02 2011 with 149,150 miles
Passed
On Mar 08 2010 with 146,995 miles
Passed
On Mar 11 2009 with 144,358 miles
Passed
On Mar 18 2008 with 141,019 miles
Passed
On Mar 15 2007 with 137,063 miles
Passed
On Mar 28 2006 with 133,071 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
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