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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 106,132 miles on the clock, averaging 15,172 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 WDS
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 106,132 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6 |
| Average per year | 15,172 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 WDS |
| 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 WDS
What car is SL56 WDS?
SL56 WDS is an black Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SL56 WDS?
The last recorded mileage for SL56 WDS was 106,132 miles, recorded on 16 May 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL56 WDS passed its MOT?
SL56 WDS has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 May 2014.
Is SL56 WDS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL56 WDS 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 WDS?
SL56 WDS is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.