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 2009 Volkswagen Passat Diesel 1968cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 226,085 miles on the clock, averaging 13,148 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 SO51 XER
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 226,085 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,547 |
| Average per year | 13,148 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | SO51 XER |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About SO51 XER
What car is SO51 XER?
SO51 XER is an grey Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
What is the mileage of SO51 XER?
The last recorded mileage for SO51 XER was 226,085 miles, recorded on 29 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO51 XER passed its MOT?
SO51 XER has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 29 Nov 2025.
Is SO51 XER ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO51 XER is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2009, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SO51 XER?
SO51 XER is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.