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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 147,605 miles on the clock, averaging 6,914 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 VN56 BVW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 147,605 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 128 |
| Average per year | 6,914 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | VN56 BVW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VN — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About VN56 BVW
What car is VN56 BVW?
VN56 BVW is a grey Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Worcester in 2006.
What is the mileage of VN56 BVW?
The last recorded mileage for VN56 BVW was 147,605 miles, recorded on 25 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VN56 BVW passed its MOT?
VN56 BVW has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 25 Sep 2025.
Is VN56 BVW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VN56 BVW 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 VN56 BVW?
VN56 BVW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.