Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2006 Volkswagen Passat Diesel 1968cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 211,272 miles on the clock, averaging 10,691 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 RK56 OPE
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 211,272 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 23 |
| Average per year | 10,691 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | RK56 OPE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RK — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About RK56 OPE
What car is RK56 OPE?
RK56 OPE is an blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RK56 OPE?
The last recorded mileage for RK56 OPE was 211,272 miles, recorded on 16 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK56 OPE passed its MOT?
RK56 OPE has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 16 Jan 2023.
Is RK56 OPE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK56 OPE 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 RK56 OPE?
RK56 OPE is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.