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). It has 90,981 miles on the clock, averaging 4,981 miles per year, well below 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 MA56 BEL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 90,981 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 4,981 |
| 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 | MA56 BEL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About MA56 BEL
What car is MA56 BEL?
MA56 BEL is an blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Manchester in 2006.
What is the mileage of MA56 BEL?
The last recorded mileage for MA56 BEL was 90,981 miles, recorded on 25 Jul 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA56 BEL passed its MOT?
MA56 BEL has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 25 Jul 2024.
Is MA56 BEL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA56 BEL 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 MA56 BEL?
MA56 BEL is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.