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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 4 (81% pass rate). It has 131,209 miles on the clock, averaging 6,572 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 EX56 CWM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 131,209 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,537 |
| Average per year | 6,572 |
| 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 | EX56 CWM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About EX56 CWM
What car is EX56 CWM?
EX56 CWM is an blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2006.
What is the mileage of EX56 CWM?
The last recorded mileage for EX56 CWM was 131,209 miles, recorded on 16 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX56 CWM passed its MOT?
EX56 CWM has had 21 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (17 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 16 Oct 2025.
Is EX56 CWM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX56 CWM 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 EX56 CWM?
EX56 CWM is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.