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EO05 LKY

2005 Volkswagen Passat · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
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 28 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 11 (61% pass rate). It has 231,981 miles on the clock, averaging 8,980 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 EO05 LKY

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
231,981
Last Mileage
Recorded
28
Total Tests
Since 2008
61%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 11 failed

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

11

MOT failures recorded

Out of 28 tests on record
8,980

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading231,981 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,980
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EO05 LKY 70k111k151k192k232k '08'26'18

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Full MOT Test History 28 tests on record

PASS
Mileage231,981 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage231,981 miles
Since last MOT+6,475 miles
PASS
Mileage225,506 miles
Since last MOT+8,999 miles
PASS
Mileage216,507 miles
Since last MOT+6,953 miles
PASS
Mileage209,554 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage209,554 miles
Since last MOT+10,711 miles
PASS
Mileage198,843 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage198,843 miles
Since last MOT+8,491 miles
PASS
Mileage190,352 miles
Since last MOT+26 miles
FAIL
Mileage190,326 miles
Since last MOT+14,708 miles
PASS
Mileage175,618 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage175,618 miles
Since last MOT+10,763 miles
PASS
Mileage164,855 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage164,855 miles
Since last MOT+9,399 miles
PASS
Mileage155,456 miles
Since last MOT+9,255 miles
PASS
Mileage146,201 miles
Since last MOT+9,441 miles
FAIL
Mileage136,760 miles
Since last MOT+9,676 miles
PASS
Mileage127,084 miles
Since last MOT+36 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,048 miles
Since last MOT+8,101 miles
PASS
Mileage118,947 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage118,947 miles
Since last MOT+7,543 miles
PASS
Mileage111,404 miles
Since last MOT+10,317 miles
PASS
Mileage101,087 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage101,075 miles
Since last MOT+10,177 miles
PASS
Mileage90,898 miles
Since last MOT+9,690 miles
PASS
Mileage81,208 miles
Since last MOT+43 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,165 miles
Since last MOT+11,095 miles
PASS
Mileage70,070 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

RegistrationEO05 LKY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About EO05 LKY

What car is EO05 LKY?

EO05 LKY is an black Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2005.

What is the mileage of EO05 LKY?

The last recorded mileage for EO05 LKY was 231,981 miles, recorded on 18 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO05 LKY passed its MOT?

EO05 LKY has had 28 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (17 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 18 Mar 2026.

Is EO05 LKY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO05 LKY 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 EO05 LKY?

EO05 LKY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.