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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 123,978 miles on the clock, averaging 7,904 miles per year, around 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 NL56 VUY
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 123,978 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,527 |
| Average per year | 7,904 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | NL56 VUY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About NL56 VUY
What car is NL56 VUY?
NL56 VUY is an silver Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2006.
What is the mileage of NL56 VUY?
The last recorded mileage for NL56 VUY was 123,978 miles, recorded on 21 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL56 VUY passed its MOT?
NL56 VUY has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 21 Dec 2018.
Is NL56 VUY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL56 VUY 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 NL56 VUY?
NL56 VUY is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.