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 Diesel 1995cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 88,234 miles on the clock, averaging 8,294 miles per year, around 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 RK05 VUP
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 88,234 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,298 |
| Average per year | 8,294 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | RK05 VUP |
| Make | Bmw |
| Model | 1 Series |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1995cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RK — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About RK05 VUP
What car is RK05 VUP?
RK05 VUP is an grey Bmw 1 Series, diesel (1995cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RK05 VUP?
The last recorded mileage for RK05 VUP was 88,234 miles, recorded on 25 Apr 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK05 VUP passed its MOT?
RK05 VUP has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 25 Apr 2016.
Is RK05 VUP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK05 VUP is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RK05 VUP?
RK05 VUP is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.