Yes, SF55 YDB is taxed. Road tax is currently valid until 1 February 2027 according to DVLA records.

When is the MOT due for SF55 YDB?

The MOT for SF55 YDB is valid and due for renewal on or before 19 February 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of SF55 YDB?

The recorded mileage for SF55 YDB is 158,278 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is SF55 YDB ULEZ compliant?

No, SF55 YDB does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

Road Tax Paid

2005 BMW 118 2.0L Diesel · SF55 YDB

SF55 YDB

2005 BMW 118 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 06/12/2005. Recorded mileage 158,278 miles. MOT valid until 19/02/2027. Taxed until 01/02/2027.

Make & Model: BMW 118
Year / Origin: 2005 · Glasgow
MOT Status: Valid until 19/02/2027
Road Tax: Taxed (01/02/2027)
Recorded Mileage: 158,278 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Valid

Valid until 19/02/2027

Tax Status

Taxed

Tax due 01/02/2027

Mileage: 158,278 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2005
Engine: 1995cc

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SF55 YDB Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 20/02/2026
158,278 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

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SF55 YDB Mileage History

23/11/2022148,348 mi
24/11/2022148,348 mi
30/11/2023151,681 mi+3,333 mi
05/12/2024155,164 mi+3,483 mi
20/02/2026158,278 mi+3,114 mi

Average of roughly 3,061 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

SF55 YDB MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 14 Sept 2026, 22:50

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 BMW 118 (SF55 YDB) between November 2022 and February 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 20 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))”; “Central Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))”; “Nearside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))”.

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