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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 197,716 miles on the clock, averaging 12,795 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 RWL
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 197,716 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,795 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 RWL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About CU56 RWL
What car is CU56 RWL?
CU56 RWL is a grey Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Swansea in 2006.
What is the mileage of CU56 RWL?
The last recorded mileage for CU56 RWL was 197,716 miles, recorded on 29 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CU56 RWL passed its MOT?
CU56 RWL has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 29 May 2019.
Is CU56 RWL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU56 RWL 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 RWL?
CU56 RWL is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.