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 Bmw 1 Series Petrol 1599cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 122,522 miles on the clock, averaging 7,128 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Bmw 1 Series issues include r/2018/132 and october 2013 vacuum pump recall.
MOT & Mileage History for EF08 BHJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 122,522 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -35 |
| Average per year | 7,128 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Bmw 1 Series
These are the most commonly reported problems on Bmw 1 Series models (2004–2013), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
R/2018/132
October 2013 vacuum pump recall
Timing chain issues
Ignition coil failures
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EF08 BHJ |
| Make | Bmw |
| Model | 1 Series |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1599cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About EF08 BHJ
What car is EF08 BHJ?
EF08 BHJ is an black Bmw 1 Series, petrol (1599cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.
What is the mileage of EF08 BHJ?
The last recorded mileage for EF08 BHJ was 122,522 miles, recorded on 22 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF08 BHJ passed its MOT?
EF08 BHJ has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 22 Sep 2025.
Is EF08 BHJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF08 BHJ is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is EF08 BHJ?
EF08 BHJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.