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 29 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 12 (59% pass rate). It has 129,679 miles on the clock, averaging 5,890 miles per year, below 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 RLU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 129,679 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,890 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 29 tests on record
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Oil pump drive (hexagonal driver/hex shaft)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RK56 RLU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 RLU
What car is RK56 RLU?
RK56 RLU is an silver Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RK56 RLU?
The last recorded mileage for RK56 RLU was 129,679 miles, recorded on 5 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK56 RLU passed its MOT?
RK56 RLU has had 29 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (17 passes, 12 failures). It last passed on 5 Feb 2026.
Is RK56 RLU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK56 RLU 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 RLU?
RK56 RLU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.