Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2006 Volkswagen Passat Diesel 1968cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 211,015 miles on the clock, averaging 13,176 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 SWJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 211,015 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,369 |
| Average per year | 13,176 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 SWJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 SWJ
What car is RK56 SWJ?
RK56 SWJ is an black Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RK56 SWJ?
The last recorded mileage for RK56 SWJ was 211,015 miles, recorded on 22 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK56 SWJ passed its MOT?
RK56 SWJ has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 22 Oct 2019.
Is RK56 SWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK56 SWJ 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 SWJ?
RK56 SWJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.