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 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 138,230 miles on the clock, averaging 7,341 miles per year, below 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 SO06 TAU
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 138,230 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,341 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | SO06 TAU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About SO06 TAU
What car is SO06 TAU?
SO06 TAU is an silver Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SO06 TAU?
The last recorded mileage for SO06 TAU was 138,230 miles, recorded on 24 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO06 TAU passed its MOT?
SO06 TAU has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 24 Sep 2020.
Is SO06 TAU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO06 TAU 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 SO06 TAU?
SO06 TAU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.