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 1896cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 169,424 miles on the clock, averaging 18,702 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BD56 XAU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 169,424 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 17,707 |
| Average per year | 18,702 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BD56 XAU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BD — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About BD56 XAU
What car is BD56 XAU?
BD56 XAU is a black Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of BD56 XAU?
The last recorded mileage for BD56 XAU was 169,424 miles, recorded on 21 Feb 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD56 XAU passed its MOT?
BD56 XAU has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 21 Feb 2015.
Is BD56 XAU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD56 XAU 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 XAU?
BD56 XAU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.