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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 3 (85% pass rate). It has 170,834 miles on the clock, averaging 6,914 miles per year, below 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 AY56 GKV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 170,834 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,395 |
| Average per year | 6,914 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | AY56 GKV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AY — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About AY56 GKV
What car is AY56 GKV?
AY56 GKV is an blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2006.
What is the mileage of AY56 GKV?
The last recorded mileage for AY56 GKV was 170,834 miles, recorded on 28 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AY56 GKV passed its MOT?
AY56 GKV has had 20 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (17 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 28 Nov 2025.
Is AY56 GKV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AY56 GKV 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 AY56 GKV?
AY56 GKV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.