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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 3 (86% pass rate). It has 153,863 miles on the clock, averaging 8,856 miles per year, around 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 SY56 YOW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 153,863 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 48 |
| Average per year | 8,856 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | SY56 YOW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SY56 YOW
What car is SY56 YOW?
SY56 YOW is an silver Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Inverness in 2006.
What is the mileage of SY56 YOW?
The last recorded mileage for SY56 YOW was 153,863 miles, recorded on 30 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY56 YOW passed its MOT?
SY56 YOW has had 21 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (18 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 30 Mar 2026.
Is SY56 YOW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY56 YOW 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 SY56 YOW?
SY56 YOW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.