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AO55 WJM

2005 Volkswagen Passat · Diesel · 1968cc

Black Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourBlack
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 2005 Volkswagen Passat Diesel 1968cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 130,474 miles on the clock, averaging 10,673 miles per year, above 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 AO55 WJM

MOT Status
Due date passed
130,474
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2008
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
10,673

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading130,474 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,259
Average per year10,673
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AO55 WJM 21k48k76k103k130k '08'19'15

Check AO55 WJM

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage130,474 miles
Since last MOT+10,259 miles
PASS
Mileage120,215 miles
Since last MOT+9,022 miles
PASS
Mileage111,193 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,193 miles
Since last MOT+11,587 miles
PASS
Mileage99,606 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,606 miles
Since last MOT+14,057 miles
PASS
Mileage85,549 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,549 miles
Since last MOT+13,213 miles
PASS
Mileage72,336 miles
Since last MOT+13,054 miles
PASS
Mileage59,282 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,281 miles
Since last MOT+6,970 miles
PASS
Mileage52,311 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,311 miles
Since last MOT+7,283 miles
PASS
Mileage45,028 miles
Since last MOT+11,406 miles
PASS
Mileage33,622 miles
Since last MOT+12,856 miles
FAIL
Mileage20,766 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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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO55 WJM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeAO — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About AO55 WJM

What car is AO55 WJM?

AO55 WJM is an black Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Norwich in 2005.

What is the mileage of AO55 WJM?

The last recorded mileage for AO55 WJM was 130,474 miles, recorded on 4 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AO55 WJM passed its MOT?

AO55 WJM has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 4 Apr 2019.

Is AO55 WJM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO55 WJM is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is AO55 WJM?

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