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CU52 KBO

2002 Volkswagen Passat · Diesel · 1896cc

Blue Registered in Swansea, Cymru (Wales) · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2002
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 2002 Volkswagen Passat Diesel 1896cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 7 (56% pass rate). It has 130,292 miles on the clock, averaging 8,899 miles per year, around 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 CU52 KBO

MOT Status
Due date passed
130,292
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2007
56%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
8,899

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 reading130,292 miles
Reading date
Miles last year15,488
Average per year8,899
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for CU52 KBO 41k64k86k108k130k '07'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage130,292 miles
Since last MOT+15,488 miles
PASS
Mileage114,804 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage114,804 miles
Since last MOT+9,297 miles
PASS
Mileage105,507 miles
Since last MOT+8,331 miles
PASS
Mileage97,176 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,176 miles
Since last MOT+7,614 miles
PASS
Mileage89,562 miles
Since last MOT+9,410 miles
PASS
Mileage80,152 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,152 miles
Since last MOT+8,739 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,413 miles
Since last MOT+7,180 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,233 miles
Since last MOT+7,668 miles
PASS
Mileage56,565 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,565 miles
Since last MOT+6,544 miles
PASS
Mileage50,021 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,021 miles
Since last MOT+8,556 miles
PASS
Mileage41,465 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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Cross-reference with Passat B5-generation faults

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU52 KBO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeCU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About CU52 KBO

What car is CU52 KBO?

CU52 KBO is a blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Swansea in 2002.

What is the mileage of CU52 KBO?

The last recorded mileage for CU52 KBO was 130,292 miles, recorded on 4 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CU52 KBO passed its MOT?

CU52 KBO has had 16 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (9 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 4 Jan 2017.

Is CU52 KBO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU52 KBO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is CU52 KBO?

CU52 KBO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.