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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 162,046 miles on the clock, averaging 10,025 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 GU56 FPJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 162,046 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 17,134 |
| Average per year | 10,025 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | GU56 FPJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About GU56 FPJ
What car is GU56 FPJ?
GU56 FPJ is a blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GU56 FPJ?
The last recorded mileage for GU56 FPJ was 162,046 miles, recorded on 11 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU56 FPJ passed its MOT?
GU56 FPJ has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 11 Aug 2023.
Is GU56 FPJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU56 FPJ 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 GU56 FPJ?
GU56 FPJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.