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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 4 (56% pass rate). It has 236,887 miles on the clock, averaging 27,558 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 RE56 BYK
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 236,887 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,159 |
| Average per year | 27,558 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | RE56 BYK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About RE56 BYK
What car is RE56 BYK?
RE56 BYK is an black Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RE56 BYK?
The last recorded mileage for RE56 BYK was 236,887 miles, recorded on 7 Oct 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE56 BYK passed its MOT?
RE56 BYK has had 9 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (5 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 7 Oct 2014.
Is RE56 BYK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE56 BYK 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 RE56 BYK?
RE56 BYK is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.