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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 279,044 miles on the clock, averaging 20,786 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 PK56 VLA
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 279,044 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,837 |
| Average per year | 20,786 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | PK56 VLA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PK — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About PK56 VLA
What car is PK56 VLA?
PK56 VLA is a grey Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Preston in 2006.
What is the mileage of PK56 VLA?
The last recorded mileage for PK56 VLA was 279,044 miles, recorded on 14 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PK56 VLA passed its MOT?
PK56 VLA has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 14 May 2019.
Is PK56 VLA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PK56 VLA 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 PK56 VLA?
PK56 VLA is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.