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AO55 BVX

2005 Volkswagen Passat · Petrol · 1984cc

Blue Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1984cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
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 2005 Volkswagen Passat Petrol 1984cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 132,873 miles on the clock, averaging 7,892 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 engine is known for adr-specific forum data and specialist garage documentation. 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 AO55 BVX

MOT Status
Due date passed
132,873
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2008
60%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
7,892

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading132,873 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year7,892
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AO55 BVX 61k79k97k115k133k '08'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage132,873 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage132,870 miles
Since last MOT+5,391 miles
PASS
Mileage127,479 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage127,479 miles
Since last MOT+7,005 miles
PASS
Mileage120,474 miles
Since last MOT+9,238 miles
PASS
Mileage111,236 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,235 miles
Since last MOT+7,276 miles
PASS
Mileage103,959 miles
Since last MOT+3,696 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,263 miles
Since last MOT+6,930 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,333 miles
Since last MOT+7,979 miles
PASS
Mileage85,354 miles
Since last MOT+11,280 miles
PASS
Mileage74,074 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,072 miles
Since last MOT+9,712 miles
PASS
Mileage64,360 miles
Since last MOT+2,941 miles
PASS
Mileage61,419 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).

ADR-specific forum data

Specialist garage documentation

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO55 BVX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1984cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeAO — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About AO55 BVX

What car is AO55 BVX?

AO55 BVX is an blue Volkswagen Passat, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Norwich in 2005.

What is the mileage of AO55 BVX?

The last recorded mileage for AO55 BVX was 132,873 miles, recorded on 2 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AO55 BVX passed its MOT?

AO55 BVX has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 2 Oct 2017.

Is AO55 BVX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO55 BVX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is AO55 BVX?

AO55 BVX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.