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 2007 Volkswagen Passat Diesel 1968cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 155,861 miles on the clock, averaging 6,957 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 BL56 CFG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 155,861 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,283 |
| Average per year | 6,957 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | BL56 CFG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About BL56 CFG
What car is BL56 CFG?
BL56 CFG is a blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2007.
What is the mileage of BL56 CFG?
The last recorded mileage for BL56 CFG was 155,861 miles, recorded on 12 Sep 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL56 CFG passed its MOT?
BL56 CFG has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 12 Sep 2022.
Is BL56 CFG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL56 CFG is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BL56 CFG?
BL56 CFG is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.