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 1597cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 86,917 miles on the clock, averaging 7,191 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 YL08 VFX
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 86,917 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,191 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | YL08 VFX |
| Make | Bmw |
| Model | 1 Series |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1597cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About YL08 VFX
What car is YL08 VFX?
YL08 VFX is a black Bmw 1 Series, petrol (1597cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2008.
What is the mileage of YL08 VFX?
The last recorded mileage for YL08 VFX was 86,917 miles, recorded on 14 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL08 VFX passed its MOT?
YL08 VFX has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 14 Dec 2020.
Is YL08 VFX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL08 VFX 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 YL08 VFX?
YL08 VFX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.