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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 3 (84% pass rate). It has 172,285 miles on the clock, averaging 9,701 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 NG56 XAB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 172,285 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,778 |
| Average per year | 9,701 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | NG56 XAB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Brown |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NG — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About NG56 XAB
What car is NG56 XAB?
NG56 XAB is an brown Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2006.
What is the mileage of NG56 XAB?
The last recorded mileage for NG56 XAB was 172,285 miles, recorded on 3 Dec 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NG56 XAB passed its MOT?
NG56 XAB has had 19 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (16 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 3 Dec 2024.
Is NG56 XAB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NG56 XAB 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 NG56 XAB?
NG56 XAB is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.