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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 232,599 miles on the clock, averaging 11,616 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 OV56 RXU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 232,599 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 28 |
| Average per year | 11,616 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | OV56 RXU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About OV56 RXU
What car is OV56 RXU?
OV56 RXU is an black Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Oxford in 2006.
What is the mileage of OV56 RXU?
The last recorded mileage for OV56 RXU was 232,599 miles, recorded on 13 May 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV56 RXU passed its MOT?
OV56 RXU has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 May 2021.
Is OV56 RXU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV56 RXU 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 OV56 RXU?
OV56 RXU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.