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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 242,500 miles on the clock, averaging 12,405 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 HCH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 242,500 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,225 |
| Average per year | 12,405 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 HCH |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 HCH
What car is SM56 HCH?
SM56 HCH is an black Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SM56 HCH?
The last recorded mileage for SM56 HCH was 242,500 miles, recorded on 11 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM56 HCH passed its MOT?
SM56 HCH has had 19 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (17 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 11 Nov 2025.
Is SM56 HCH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM56 HCH 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 HCH?
SM56 HCH is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.