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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 116,820 miles on the clock, averaging 10,852 miles per year, above 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 OE56 EKM
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 116,820 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,852 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | OE56 EKM |
| Make | Bmw |
| Model | 1 Series |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1995cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OE — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About OE56 EKM
What car is OE56 EKM?
OE56 EKM is an blue Bmw 1 Series, diesel (1995cc). First registered in Oxford in 2006.
What is the mileage of OE56 EKM?
The last recorded mileage for OE56 EKM was 116,820 miles, recorded on 29 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OE56 EKM passed its MOT?
OE56 EKM has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 29 Mar 2018.
Is OE56 EKM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OE56 EKM 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 OE56 EKM?
OE56 EKM is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.