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 2008 Bmw 1 Series Petrol 1599cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 70,782 miles on the clock, averaging 7,171 miles per year, 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 SO57 RZJ
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Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 70,782 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,171 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | SO57 RZJ |
| Make | Bmw |
| Model | 1 Series |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1599cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About SO57 RZJ
What car is SO57 RZJ?
SO57 RZJ is an black Bmw 1 Series, petrol (1599cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SO57 RZJ?
The last recorded mileage for SO57 RZJ was 70,782 miles, recorded on 8 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO57 RZJ passed its MOT?
SO57 RZJ has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 8 Feb 2018.
Is SO57 RZJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO57 RZJ is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is SO57 RZJ?
SO57 RZJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.