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AV55 MWE

2005 Volkswagen Passat · Diesel · 1896cc

Silver Registered in Ipswich, Anglia · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourSilver
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 1896cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 200,841 miles on the clock, averaging 18,389 miles per year, above 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 AV55 MWE

MOT Status
Due date passed
200,841
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2008
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
18,389

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 reading200,841 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10
Average per year18,389
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AV55 MWE 31k74k116k158k201k '08'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage200,841 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage200,831 miles
Since last MOT+20,341 miles
PASS
Mileage180,490 miles
Since last MOT+68 miles
FAIL
Mileage180,422 miles
Since last MOT+21,664 miles
PASS
Mileage158,758 miles
Since last MOT+157 miles
FAIL
Mileage158,601 miles
Since last MOT+28,051 miles
PASS
Mileage130,550 miles
Since last MOT+24,934 miles
PASS
Mileage105,616 miles
Since last MOT+13,920 miles
PASS
Mileage91,696 miles
Since last MOT+152 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,544 miles
Since last MOT+13,647 miles
PASS
Mileage77,897 miles
Since last MOT+17,743 miles
PASS
Mileage60,154 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,153 miles
Since last MOT+19,294 miles
PASS
Mileage40,859 miles
Since last MOT+9,484 miles
PASS
Mileage31,375 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

RegistrationAV55 MWE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeAV — Ipswich, Anglia
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About AV55 MWE

What car is AV55 MWE?

AV55 MWE is an silver Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2005.

What is the mileage of AV55 MWE?

The last recorded mileage for AV55 MWE was 200,841 miles, recorded on 21 Dec 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AV55 MWE passed its MOT?

AV55 MWE has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 21 Dec 2017.

Is AV55 MWE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV55 MWE 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 AV55 MWE?

AV55 MWE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.