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 Bmw 1 Series Petrol 1596cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 55,790 miles on the clock, averaging 4,988 miles per year, well 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 LR05 ELX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 55,790 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,075 |
| Average per year | 4,988 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | LR05 ELX |
| Make | Bmw |
| Model | 1 Series |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1596cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LR — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About LR05 ELX
What car is LR05 ELX?
LR05 ELX is an blue Bmw 1 Series, petrol (1596cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2005.
What is the mileage of LR05 ELX?
The last recorded mileage for LR05 ELX was 55,790 miles, recorded on 25 Mar 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LR05 ELX passed its MOT?
LR05 ELX has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 25 Mar 2013.
Is LR05 ELX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR05 ELX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is LR05 ELX?
LR05 ELX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.