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 2001 Skoda Octavia Diesel 1896cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 132,153 miles on the clock, averaging 6,394 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BU51 BUE
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 132,153 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,394 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BU51 BUE |
| Make | Skoda |
| Model | Octavia |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About BU51 BUE
What car is BU51 BUE?
BU51 BUE is a black Skoda Octavia, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2001.
What is the mileage of BU51 BUE?
The last recorded mileage for BU51 BUE was 132,153 miles, recorded on 24 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU51 BUE passed its MOT?
BU51 BUE has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 24 Sep 2018.
Is BU51 BUE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU51 BUE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BU51 BUE?
BU51 BUE is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.