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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 104,543 miles on the clock, averaging 9,647 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 SL56 VXP
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 104,543 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,744 |
| Average per year | 9,647 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | SL56 VXP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SL56 VXP
What car is SL56 VXP?
SL56 VXP is an black Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SL56 VXP?
The last recorded mileage for SL56 VXP was 104,543 miles, recorded on 7 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL56 VXP passed its MOT?
SL56 VXP has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 7 Apr 2017.
Is SL56 VXP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL56 VXP 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 SL56 VXP?
SL56 VXP is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.