Vehicle summary
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 2021 Volkswagen Passat Petrol 1498cc has had 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 54,333 miles on the clock, averaging 9,327 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.5 TSI engine is known for dada and engine management software / act (active cylinder technology) calibration.
MOT & Mileage History for EK21 PKU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 54,333 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,327 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Passat
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Passat models (2014–2024), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
DADA
Engine management software / ACT (Active Cylinder Technology) calibration
Faulty ECU mapping causes poor transition between 2- and 4-cylinder modes, leading to hesitation, juddering, or "kangarooing" (RPM drop/stall risk in 1st gear). Cross-model issue in manuals.[1][2][3][4]
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EK21 PKU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2021 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EK — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 21 — March 2021 to August 2021 |
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About EK21 PKU
What car is EK21 PKU?
EK21 PKU is an silver Volkswagen Passat, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2021.
What is the mileage of EK21 PKU?
The last recorded mileage for EK21 PKU was 54,333 miles, recorded on 25 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EK21 PKU passed its MOT?
EK21 PKU has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 25 Feb 2026.
Is EK21 PKU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EK21 PKU is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is EK21 PKU?
EK21 PKU is approximately 5 years old. Age identifier 21 means registered between 1 March 2021 and 31 August 2021.