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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 7 (56% pass rate). It has 287,399 miles on the clock, averaging 27,499 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 SM56 BXD
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 287,399 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 27,499 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | SM56 BXD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SM56 BXD
What car is SM56 BXD?
SM56 BXD is an silver Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SM56 BXD?
The last recorded mileage for SM56 BXD was 287,399 miles, recorded on 15 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM56 BXD passed its MOT?
SM56 BXD has had 16 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (9 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 15 Mar 2018.
Is SM56 BXD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM56 BXD 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 SM56 BXD?
SM56 BXD is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.