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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 130,227 miles on the clock, averaging 8,018 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 SB05 TFJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 130,227 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 708 |
| Average per year | 8,018 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | SB05 TFJ |
| Make | Bmw |
| Model | 1 Series |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1596cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SB05 TFJ
What car is SB05 TFJ?
SB05 TFJ is an blue Bmw 1 Series, petrol (1596cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SB05 TFJ?
The last recorded mileage for SB05 TFJ was 130,227 miles, recorded on 22 Dec 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB05 TFJ passed its MOT?
SB05 TFJ has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 22 Dec 2021.
Is SB05 TFJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB05 TFJ 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 SB05 TFJ?
SB05 TFJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.