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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 184,949 miles on the clock, averaging 16,697 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 RN55 BXU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 184,949 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 16,697 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Oil pump drive (hexagonal driver/hex shaft)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RN55 BXU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RN — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About RN55 BXU
What car is RN55 BXU?
RN55 BXU is an blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RN55 BXU?
The last recorded mileage for RN55 BXU was 184,949 miles, recorded on 7 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RN55 BXU passed its MOT?
RN55 BXU has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Mar 2016.
Is RN55 BXU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RN55 BXU 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 RN55 BXU?
RN55 BXU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.