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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 7 (53% pass rate). It has 74,519 miles on the clock, averaging 6,158 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 YA08 LUW
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 74,519 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,810 |
| Average per year | 6,158 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | YA08 LUW |
| Make | Bmw |
| Model | 1 Series |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1599cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YA — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About YA08 LUW
What car is YA08 LUW?
YA08 LUW is a blue Bmw 1 Series, petrol (1599cc). First registered in Leeds in 2008.
What is the mileage of YA08 LUW?
The last recorded mileage for YA08 LUW was 74,519 miles, recorded on 18 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YA08 LUW passed its MOT?
YA08 LUW has had 15 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (8 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 18 Oct 2019.
Is YA08 LUW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YA08 LUW 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 YA08 LUW?
YA08 LUW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.