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 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). The 2.0 TDI CR engine is known for oil pump drive (hexagonal driver/hex shaft).
MOT & Mileage History for GV56 CTE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 128,593 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,677 |
| Average per year | 6,794 |
| 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 | GV56 CTE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About GV56 CTE
What car is GV56 CTE?
GV56 CTE is a blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
Has GV56 CTE passed its MOT?
GV56 CTE has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 8 Apr 2024.
Is GV56 CTE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV56 CTE 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 GV56 CTE?
GV56 CTE is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.