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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 178,686 miles on the clock, averaging 8,833 miles per year, around 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 SM06 OBC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 178,686 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 20,853 |
| Average per year | 8,833 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | SM06 OBC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About SM06 OBC
What car is SM06 OBC?
SM06 OBC is an silver Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SM06 OBC?
The last recorded mileage for SM06 OBC was 178,686 miles, recorded on 3 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM06 OBC passed its MOT?
SM06 OBC has had 23 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (19 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Aug 2026.
Is SM06 OBC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM06 OBC 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 SM06 OBC?
SM06 OBC is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.