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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 242,359 miles on the clock, averaging 11,199 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 BL56 VYH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 242,359 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,199 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 VYH |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 VYH
What car is BL56 VYH?
BL56 VYH is a grey Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2007.
What is the mileage of BL56 VYH?
The last recorded mileage for BL56 VYH was 242,359 miles, recorded on 1 Jul 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL56 VYH passed its MOT?
BL56 VYH has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 1 Jul 2024.
Is BL56 VYH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL56 VYH 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 VYH?
BL56 VYH is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.