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At a glance
This 2004 Volkswagen Passat Petrol 1896cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 120,869 miles on the clock, averaging 6,531 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Passat issues include suspension upper control arm links (front multi-link arms) and sunroof drain blockages causing interior water leaks.
MOT & Mileage History for AF54 SFN
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 120,869 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 6,531 |
| 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
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Passat models (1997–2005), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Suspension upper control arm links (front multi-link arms)
Bushings and ball joints wear out prematurely, leading to play or complete failure. · Typical repair: £200-£400 per side (parts £80-£150, labour 2-3 hours at £100/hr indie rate).
Sunroof drain blockages causing interior water leaks
Drains clog with debris, water backs up and floods footwells, soaking modules (convenience module driver side, TCM passenger side). · Typical repair: £100-£300 to clear drains/replace modules; £800+ if full harness needed (estimated).
Rear window regulators
Plastic guides/gears strip or snap, windows drop into door. · Typical repair: £150-£250 per door (aftermarket regulator £50-£80, 1-2 hours labour).
Door latches/locks failing
Mechanisms seize or microswitches fail, causing central locking glitches. · Typical repair: £100-£200 per door (rebuild kit £30-£50, 1 hour labour).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AF54 SFN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AF — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About AF54 SFN
What car is AF54 SFN?
AF54 SFN is an grey Volkswagen Passat, petrol (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2004.
What is the mileage of AF54 SFN?
The last recorded mileage for AF54 SFN was 120,869 miles, recorded on 8 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AF54 SFN passed its MOT?
AF54 SFN has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 8 Oct 2019.
Is AF54 SFN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF54 SFN is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AF54 SFN?
AF54 SFN is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.