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 Petrol 1984cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing once (95% pass rate). It has 73,788 miles on the clock, averaging 3,501 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for SL56 HLX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 73,788 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,641 |
| Average per year | 3,501 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Passat
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Passat models (2005–2010), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SL56 HLX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SL56 HLX
What car is SL56 HLX?
SL56 HLX is an silver Volkswagen Passat, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SL56 HLX?
The last recorded mileage for SL56 HLX was 73,788 miles, recorded on 18 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL56 HLX passed its MOT?
SL56 HLX has had 19 MOT tests with an 95% pass rate (18 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 18 Dec 2025.
Is SL56 HLX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL56 HLX is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is SL56 HLX?
SL56 HLX is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.