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 5 Series Diesel 2497cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 205,610 miles on the clock, averaging 9,295 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SO05 LDC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 205,610 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 159 |
| Average per year | 9,295 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SO05 LDC |
| Make | Bmw |
| Model | 5 Series |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2497cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SO05 LDC
What car is SO05 LDC?
SO05 LDC is an black Bmw 5 Series, diesel (2497cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SO05 LDC?
The last recorded mileage for SO05 LDC was 205,610 miles, recorded on 9 Apr 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO05 LDC passed its MOT?
SO05 LDC has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 9 Apr 2024.
Is SO05 LDC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO05 LDC 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 SO05 LDC?
SO05 LDC is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.