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AO56 KBU

2006 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

184,286 mi
Last recorded184,286 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 1 Series88,298 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO56 KBU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 184,286 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 16 Dec 2024 179,217 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Dec 2023 174,474 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (both sides) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front moisture in lamp

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (both tyres) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 168,545 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement middle arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement middle arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 162,939 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

surface rust.

undertray fitted front/sides/rear.

Pass 14 Dec 2020 157,853 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Dec 2020 157,850 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Dec 2019 150,777 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 143,727 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2017 132,829 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' chip out side zone a area (8.3.1d)

Fail 2 Dec 2017 132,829 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' chip out side zone a area (8.3.1d)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 1 Dec 2016 121,293 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 111,495 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 102,726 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 98,074 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 92,813 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2012 92,813 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Dec 2011 82,902 miles

child seats present in n/s/r and o/s/r seats

Pass 13 Dec 2010 68,305 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2010 68,305 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Dec 2009 56,318 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 52,274 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?

Based on 985,320 MOT tests across 97,716 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
6,872
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
97,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,465
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,886
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,140
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AO56 KBU is a 2006 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2006 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 88,298 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 1 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,465 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO56 KBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 20 years old, this BMW 1 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AO56 KBU registered?

AO56 KBU is a 2006 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 27 September 2006.

Is AO56 KBU safe to buy?

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