Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2006 Volkswagen Passat Diesel 1968cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 170,331 miles on the clock, averaging 9,037 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 RKN
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 170,331 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11 |
| Average per year | 9,037 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 RKN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 RKN
What car is RK56 RKN?
RK56 RKN is an grey Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RK56 RKN?
The last recorded mileage for RK56 RKN was 170,331 miles, recorded on 3 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK56 RKN passed its MOT?
RK56 RKN has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Oct 2019.
Is RK56 RKN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK56 RKN 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 RKN?
RK56 RKN is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.