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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 176,802 miles on the clock, averaging 9,695 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 GY56 EYR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 176,802 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,995 |
| Average per year | 9,695 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | GY56 EYR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About GY56 EYR
What car is GY56 EYR?
GY56 EYR is a grey Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GY56 EYR?
The last recorded mileage for GY56 EYR was 176,802 miles, recorded on 4 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY56 EYR passed its MOT?
GY56 EYR has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 4 Nov 2023.
Is GY56 EYR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY56 EYR 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 GY56 EYR?
GY56 EYR is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.