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 2006 Bmw 1 Series Diesel 1995cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 3 (86% pass rate). It has 184,286 miles on the clock, averaging 8,149 miles per year, around 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 AO56 KBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 184,286 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,069 |
| Average per year | 8,149 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | AO56 KBU |
| Make | Bmw |
| Model | 1 Series |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1995cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AO — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About AO56 KBU
What car is AO56 KBU?
AO56 KBU is an silver Bmw 1 Series, diesel (1995cc). First registered in Norwich in 2006.
What is the mileage of AO56 KBU?
The last recorded mileage for AO56 KBU was 184,286 miles, recorded on 5 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AO56 KBU passed its MOT?
AO56 KBU has had 21 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (18 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 5 Dec 2025.
Is AO56 KBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO56 KBU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AO56 KBU?
AO56 KBU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.