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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 174,345 miles on the clock, averaging 10,982 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 BD56 OAY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 174,345 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 102 |
| Average per year | 10,982 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | BD56 OAY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BD — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About BD56 OAY
What car is BD56 OAY?
BD56 OAY is a grey Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of BD56 OAY?
The last recorded mileage for BD56 OAY was 174,345 miles, recorded on 5 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD56 OAY passed its MOT?
BD56 OAY has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 5 Mar 2020.
Is BD56 OAY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD56 OAY 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 BD56 OAY?
BD56 OAY is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.