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AJ54 HDH

2004 Volkswagen Passat · Diesel · 1896cc

Blue Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 2004 Volkswagen Passat Diesel 1896cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 154,880 miles on the clock, averaging 7,642 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI PD engine is known for check tdi club forums and cross-reference with passat b5-generation faults. 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 AJ54 HDH

MOT Status
Due date passed
154,880
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2007
80%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
7,642

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading154,880 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,270
Average per year7,642
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AJ54 HDH 39k68k97k126k155k '07'22'17

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage154,880 miles
Since last MOT+2,270 miles
PASS
Mileage152,610 miles
Since last MOT+14,367 miles
PASS
Mileage138,243 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage138,243 miles
Since last MOT+13,175 miles
PASS
Mileage125,068 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage125,068 miles
Since last MOT+10,982 miles
PASS
Mileage114,086 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage114,086 miles
Since last MOT+3,756 miles
PASS
Mileage110,330 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage110,321 miles
Since last MOT+4,335 miles
PASS
Mileage105,986 miles
Since last MOT+6,094 miles
PASS
Mileage99,892 miles
Since last MOT+6,295 miles
PASS
Mileage93,597 miles
Since last MOT+8,486 miles
PASS
Mileage85,111 miles
Since last MOT+7,273 miles
PASS
Mileage77,838 miles
Since last MOT+6,528 miles
PASS
Mileage71,310 miles
Since last MOT+6,942 miles
PASS
Mileage64,368 miles
Since last MOT+7,891 miles
PASS
Mileage56,477 miles
Since last MOT+8,280 miles
PASS
Mileage48,197 miles
Since last MOT+9,025 miles
PASS
Mileage39,172 miles

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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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Cross-reference with Passat B5-generation faults

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ54 HDH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeAJ — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About AJ54 HDH

What car is AJ54 HDH?

AJ54 HDH is an blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2004.

What is the mileage of AJ54 HDH?

The last recorded mileage for AJ54 HDH was 154,880 miles, recorded on 23 Dec 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AJ54 HDH passed its MOT?

AJ54 HDH has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 23 Dec 2022.

Is AJ54 HDH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AJ54 HDH is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is AJ54 HDH?

AJ54 HDH is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.