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 2000cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 179,845 miles on the clock, averaging 11,693 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 CU56 LXZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 179,845 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,379 |
| Average per year | 11,693 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | CU56 LXZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About CU56 LXZ
What car is CU56 LXZ?
CU56 LXZ is a silver Volkswagen Passat, diesel (2000cc). First registered in Swansea in 2006.
What is the mileage of CU56 LXZ?
The last recorded mileage for CU56 LXZ was 179,845 miles, recorded on 15 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CU56 LXZ passed its MOT?
CU56 LXZ has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 15 Oct 2020.
Is CU56 LXZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU56 LXZ 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 CU56 LXZ?
CU56 LXZ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.