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 2008 Volkswagen Passat Diesel 1968cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 106,494 miles on the clock, averaging 9,424 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 GS56 GUL
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 106,494 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,424 |
| 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 | GS56 GUL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GS — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About GS56 GUL
What car is GS56 GUL?
GS56 GUL is a blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Brighton in 2008.
What is the mileage of GS56 GUL?
The last recorded mileage for GS56 GUL was 106,494 miles, recorded on 31 Dec 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GS56 GUL passed its MOT?
GS56 GUL has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 31 Dec 2019.
Is GS56 GUL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GS56 GUL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is GS56 GUL?
GS56 GUL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.