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 1999cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 147,980 miles on the clock, averaging 9,545 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 GV56 JOH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 147,980 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,235 |
| Average per year | 9,545 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 JOH |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1999cc |
| 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 JOH
What car is GV56 JOH?
GV56 JOH is a blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1999cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GV56 JOH?
The last recorded mileage for GV56 JOH was 147,980 miles, recorded on 28 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV56 JOH passed its MOT?
GV56 JOH has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 28 Mar 2023.
Is GV56 JOH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV56 JOH 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 JOH?
GV56 JOH is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.