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 2009 Volkswagen Passat Diesel 1968cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 228,586 miles on the clock, averaging 21,789 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 SL59 YBD
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 228,586 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 32,288 |
| Average per year | 21,789 |
| 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 | SL59 YBD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About SL59 YBD
What car is SL59 YBD?
SL59 YBD is an black Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
What is the mileage of SL59 YBD?
The last recorded mileage for SL59 YBD was 228,586 miles, recorded on 21 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL59 YBD passed its MOT?
SL59 YBD has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 21 Sep 2020.
Is SL59 YBD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL59 YBD is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2009, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SL59 YBD?
SL59 YBD is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.