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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 5 (58% pass rate). It has 186,085 miles on the clock, averaging 16,970 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 BN56 ACJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 186,085 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 20,586 |
| Average per year | 16,970 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | BN56 ACJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About BN56 ACJ
What car is BN56 ACJ?
BN56 ACJ is a black Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of BN56 ACJ?
The last recorded mileage for BN56 ACJ was 186,085 miles, recorded on 21 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN56 ACJ passed its MOT?
BN56 ACJ has had 12 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (7 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 21 Sep 2016.
Is BN56 ACJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN56 ACJ 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 BN56 ACJ?
BN56 ACJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.