Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2006 Volkswagen Passat Diesel 1968cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 160,194 miles on the clock, averaging 10,329 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 VBM
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 160,194 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6 |
| Average per year | 10,329 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 VBM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 VBM
What car is GY56 VBM?
GY56 VBM is a black Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GY56 VBM?
The last recorded mileage for GY56 VBM was 160,194 miles, recorded on 26 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY56 VBM passed its MOT?
GY56 VBM has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 26 Sep 2018.
Is GY56 VBM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY56 VBM 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 VBM?
GY56 VBM is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.