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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Passat Petrol 1896cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 107,673 miles on the clock, averaging 5,162 miles per year, below 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 CP05 UEX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 107,673 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,514 |
| Average per year | 5,162 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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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
| Registration | CP05 UEX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CP — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About CP05 UEX
What car is CP05 UEX?
CP05 UEX is a silver Volkswagen Passat, petrol (1896cc). First registered in Swansea in 2005.
What is the mileage of CP05 UEX?
The last recorded mileage for CP05 UEX was 107,673 miles, recorded on 30 May 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CP05 UEX passed its MOT?
CP05 UEX has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 30 May 2025.
Is CP05 UEX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CP05 UEX 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 CP05 UEX?
CP05 UEX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.