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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 138,975 miles on the clock, averaging 6,559 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 RX56 SWY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 138,975 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,222 |
| Average per year | 6,559 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | RX56 SWY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RX — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About RX56 SWY
What car is RX56 SWY?
RX56 SWY is an blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RX56 SWY?
The last recorded mileage for RX56 SWY was 138,975 miles, recorded on 20 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RX56 SWY passed its MOT?
RX56 SWY has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 20 Oct 2025.
Is RX56 SWY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RX56 SWY 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 RX56 SWY?
RX56 SWY is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.