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 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 185,129 miles on the clock, averaging 10,415 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 BL55 LWV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 185,129 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 19,421 |
| Average per year | 10,415 |
| 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 | BL55 LWV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About BL55 LWV
What car is BL55 LWV?
BL55 LWV is a black Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of BL55 LWV?
The last recorded mileage for BL55 LWV was 185,129 miles, recorded on 4 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL55 LWV passed its MOT?
BL55 LWV has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 4 Mar 2017.
Is BL55 LWV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL55 LWV 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 BL55 LWV?
BL55 LWV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.