Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2006 Volkswagen Passat Diesel 1968cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 197,384 miles on the clock, averaging 10,559 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 OY56 BSU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 197,384 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 10,559 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | OY56 BSU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OY — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About OY56 BSU
What car is OY56 BSU?
OY56 BSU is an grey Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Oxford in 2006.
What is the mileage of OY56 BSU?
The last recorded mileage for OY56 BSU was 197,384 miles, recorded on 4 May 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY56 BSU passed its MOT?
OY56 BSU has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 4 May 2021.
Is OY56 BSU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY56 BSU 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 OY56 BSU?
OY56 BSU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.