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 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 138,380 miles on the clock, averaging 12,653 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 VSZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 138,380 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,364 |
| Average per year | 12,653 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 4 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 VSZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Green |
| 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 VSZ
What car is RV56 VSZ?
RV56 VSZ is an green Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RV56 VSZ?
The last recorded mileage for RV56 VSZ was 138,380 miles, recorded on 30 Sep 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RV56 VSZ passed its MOT?
RV56 VSZ has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 30 Sep 2011.
Is RV56 VSZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RV56 VSZ 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 VSZ?
RV56 VSZ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.