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 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 168,961 miles on the clock, averaging 12,661 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 SO06 XBU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 168,961 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,072 |
| Average per year | 12,661 |
| 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 XBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 XBU
What car is SO06 XBU?
SO06 XBU is an black Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SO06 XBU?
The last recorded mileage for SO06 XBU was 168,961 miles, recorded on 16 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO06 XBU passed its MOT?
SO06 XBU has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 16 Mar 2020.
Is SO06 XBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO06 XBU 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 XBU?
SO06 XBU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.