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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 2008 Bmw 520 Diesel 1995cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 222,788 miles on the clock, averaging 9,760 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for EF08 XBU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 222,788 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,980 |
| Average per year | 9,760 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EF08 XBU |
| Make | Bmw |
| Model | 520 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1995cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About EF08 XBU
What car is EF08 XBU?
EF08 XBU is an blue Bmw 520, diesel (1995cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.
What is the mileage of EF08 XBU?
The last recorded mileage for EF08 XBU was 222,788 miles, recorded on 22 Dec 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF08 XBU passed its MOT?
EF08 XBU has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 22 Dec 2021.
Is EF08 XBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF08 XBU 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 EF08 XBU?
EF08 XBU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.