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CE03 LHF

2003 Volkswagen Passat · Diesel · 1896cc

Blue Registered in Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2003
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 2003 Volkswagen Passat Diesel 1896cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 4 (56% pass rate). It has 203,597 miles on the clock, averaging 25,828 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 CE03 LHF

MOT Status
Due date passed
203,597
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
56%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
25,828

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 reading203,597 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year25,828
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for CE03 LHF 91k119k147k175k204k '06'10'08

Check CE03 LHF

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage203,597 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage203,595 miles
Since last MOT+29,709 miles
PASS
Mileage173,886 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage173,886 miles
Since last MOT+28,356 miles
PASS
Mileage145,530 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage145,530 miles
Since last MOT+19,246 miles
PASS
Mileage126,284 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage126,284 miles
Since last MOT+35,779 miles
PASS
Mileage90,505 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).

Check TDI Club forums

Cross-reference with Passat B5-generation faults

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE03 LHF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeCE — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About CE03 LHF

What car is CE03 LHF?

CE03 LHF is a blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2003.

What is the mileage of CE03 LHF?

The last recorded mileage for CE03 LHF was 203,597 miles, recorded on 23 Jul 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CE03 LHF passed its MOT?

CE03 LHF has had 9 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (5 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 23 Jul 2010.

Is CE03 LHF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CE03 LHF is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is CE03 LHF?

CE03 LHF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.