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 Volkswagen Passat Diesel 1968cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 176,821 miles on the clock, averaging 17,399 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI CR engine is known for oil pump drive (hexagonal driver/hex shaft).
MOT & Mileage History for AV56 BZW
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 176,821 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 17,399 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Passat
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Oil pump drive (hexagonal driver/hex shaft)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AV56 BZW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AV — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About AV56 BZW
What car is AV56 BZW?
AV56 BZW is an silver Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2006.
What is the mileage of AV56 BZW?
The last recorded mileage for AV56 BZW was 176,821 miles, recorded on 31 Aug 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AV56 BZW passed its MOT?
AV56 BZW has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 31 Aug 2016.
Is AV56 BZW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV56 BZW 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 AV56 BZW?
AV56 BZW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.