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ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2005 Bmw 530 Diesel 2993cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 160,389 miles on the clock, averaging 11,321 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BF05 VEL
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 160,389 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,194 |
| Average per year | 11,321 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BF05 VEL |
| Make | Bmw |
| Model | 530 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2993cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BF — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About BF05 VEL
What car is BF05 VEL?
BF05 VEL is a black Bmw 530, diesel (2993cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BF05 VEL?
The last recorded mileage for BF05 VEL was 160,389 miles, recorded on 14 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BF05 VEL passed its MOT?
BF05 VEL has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 14 Aug 2017.
Is BF05 VEL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BF05 VEL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BF05 VEL?
BF05 VEL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.