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 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 192,856 miles on the clock, averaging 14,632 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 BXP
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 192,856 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 14,632 |
| 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 | SM56 BXP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 BXP
What car is SM56 BXP?
SM56 BXP is an blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SM56 BXP?
The last recorded mileage for SM56 BXP was 192,856 miles, recorded on 25 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM56 BXP passed its MOT?
SM56 BXP has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 25 Sep 2017.
Is SM56 BXP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM56 BXP 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 BXP?
SM56 BXP is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.