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 2009 Volkswagen Passat Diesel 1968cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 164,799 miles on the clock, averaging 12,606 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 RE59 BVU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 164,799 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 19,900 |
| Average per year | 12,606 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | RE59 BVU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About RE59 BVU
What car is RE59 BVU?
RE59 BVU is an black Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2009.
What is the mileage of RE59 BVU?
The last recorded mileage for RE59 BVU was 164,799 miles, recorded on 10 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE59 BVU passed its MOT?
RE59 BVU has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 Nov 2021.
Is RE59 BVU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE59 BVU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2009, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RE59 BVU?
RE59 BVU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.