Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2006 Volkswagen Passat Diesel 1968cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 185,814 miles on the clock, averaging 19,359 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 SW56 BJY
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 185,814 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 114 |
| Average per year | 19,359 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | SW56 BJY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SW56 BJY
What car is SW56 BJY?
SW56 BJY is an silver Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2006.
What is the mileage of SW56 BJY?
The last recorded mileage for SW56 BJY was 185,814 miles, recorded on 20 Nov 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW56 BJY passed its MOT?
SW56 BJY has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 20 Nov 2014.
Is SW56 BJY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW56 BJY 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 SW56 BJY?
SW56 BJY is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.