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 1896cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 262,789 miles on the clock, averaging 18,769 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SM56 HBL
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 262,789 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 18,769 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM56 HBL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SM56 HBL
What car is SM56 HBL?
SM56 HBL is an black Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SM56 HBL?
The last recorded mileage for SM56 HBL was 262,789 miles, recorded on 9 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM56 HBL passed its MOT?
SM56 HBL has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 9 Nov 2021.
Is SM56 HBL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM56 HBL 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 HBL?
SM56 HBL is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.