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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 116,663 miles on the clock, averaging 6,659 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 SW05 DWV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 116,663 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,659 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | SW05 DWV |
| Make | Bmw |
| Model | 1 Series |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1596cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SW05 DWV
What car is SW05 DWV?
SW05 DWV is an blue Bmw 1 Series, petrol (1596cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2005.
What is the mileage of SW05 DWV?
The last recorded mileage for SW05 DWV was 116,663 miles, recorded on 24 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW05 DWV passed its MOT?
SW05 DWV has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 24 Mar 2023.
Is SW05 DWV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW05 DWV 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 SW05 DWV?
SW05 DWV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.