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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 194,998 miles on the clock, averaging 14,692 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 RV56 UGL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 194,998 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 14,692 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | RV56 UGL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RV — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About RV56 UGL
What car is RV56 UGL?
RV56 UGL is an blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RV56 UGL?
The last recorded mileage for RV56 UGL was 194,998 miles, recorded on 18 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RV56 UGL passed its MOT?
RV56 UGL has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 18 May 2019.
Is RV56 UGL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RV56 UGL 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 RV56 UGL?
RV56 UGL is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.