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 2008 Volkswagen Passat Diesel 1968cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 243,000 miles on the clock, averaging 13,055 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI CR engine is known for oil pump drive (hexagonal driver/hex shaft).
MOT & Mileage History for BL08 OBM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 243,000 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,466 |
| Average per year | 13,055 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Passat
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Oil pump drive (hexagonal driver/hex shaft)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL08 OBM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About BL08 OBM
What car is BL08 OBM?
BL08 OBM is a silver Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BL08 OBM?
The last recorded mileage for BL08 OBM was 243,000 miles, recorded on 19 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL08 OBM passed its MOT?
BL08 OBM has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 19 Jan 2024.
Is BL08 OBM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL08 OBM is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BL08 OBM?
BL08 OBM is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.