Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2006 Volkswagen Passat Diesel 1968cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 130,747 miles on the clock, averaging 5,549 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 RY56 PWJ
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 130,747 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,033 |
| Average per year | 5,549 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | RY56 PWJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RY — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About RY56 PWJ
What car is RY56 PWJ?
RY56 PWJ is an grey Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RY56 PWJ?
The last recorded mileage for RY56 PWJ was 130,747 miles, recorded on 20 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY56 PWJ passed its MOT?
RY56 PWJ has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 20 Apr 2018.
Is RY56 PWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY56 PWJ 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 RY56 PWJ?
RY56 PWJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.