Vehicle summary
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 Skoda Octavia Diesel 1896cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 332,325 miles on the clock, averaging 28,750 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BL05 XEM
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 332,325 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18,239 |
| Average per year | 28,750 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL05 XEM |
| Make | Skoda |
| Model | Octavia |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About BL05 XEM
What car is BL05 XEM?
BL05 XEM is a black Skoda Octavia, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BL05 XEM?
The last recorded mileage for BL05 XEM was 332,325 miles, recorded on 21 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL05 XEM passed its MOT?
BL05 XEM has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 21 May 2016.
Is BL05 XEM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL05 XEM 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 BL05 XEM?
BL05 XEM is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.