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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 Mercedes-Benz E Diesel 2987cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 8 (69% pass rate). It has 179,009 miles on the clock, averaging 9,400 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for OV56 VSE
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 179,009 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 22 |
| Average per year | 9,400 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OV56 VSE |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2987cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About OV56 VSE
What car is OV56 VSE?
OV56 VSE is an black Mercedes-Benz E, diesel (2987cc). First registered in Oxford in 2006.
What is the mileage of OV56 VSE?
The last recorded mileage for OV56 VSE was 179,009 miles, recorded on 17 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV56 VSE passed its MOT?
OV56 VSE has had 26 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (18 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 17 Jan 2025.
Is OV56 VSE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV56 VSE 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 VSE?
OV56 VSE is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.