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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 157,149 miles on the clock, averaging 6,574 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 BL55 VOT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 157,149 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,062 |
| Average per year | 6,574 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 VOT |
| 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 VOT
What car is BL55 VOT?
BL55 VOT is a black Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of BL55 VOT?
The last recorded mileage for BL55 VOT was 157,149 miles, recorded on 15 Mar 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL55 VOT passed its MOT?
BL55 VOT has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 15 Mar 2024.
Is BL55 VOT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL55 VOT 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 VOT?
BL55 VOT is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.