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 Kia Rio Diesel 1493cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 78,916 miles on the clock, averaging 5,385 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BU56 DPF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 78,916 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 5,385 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BU56 DPF |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Rio |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1493cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About BU56 DPF
What car is BU56 DPF?
BU56 DPF is a red Kia Rio, diesel (1493cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of BU56 DPF?
The last recorded mileage for BU56 DPF was 78,916 miles, recorded on 11 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU56 DPF passed its MOT?
BU56 DPF has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 11 Jan 2022.
Is BU56 DPF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU56 DPF 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 BU56 DPF?
BU56 DPF is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.