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FH54 FOA

2005 Volkswagen Passat · Diesel · 1896cc

Silver Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourSilver
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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 118,001 miles on the clock, averaging 14,203 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 FH54 FOA

MOT Status
Due date passed
118,001
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2007
75%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
14,203

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading118,001 miles
Reading date
Miles last year21,868
Average per year14,203
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FH54 FOA 25k48k72k95k118k '07'14'11

Check FH54 FOA

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage118,001 miles
Since last MOT+21,868 miles
PASS
Mileage96,133 miles
Since last MOT+24,608 miles
PASS
Mileage71,525 miles
Since last MOT+20,779 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,746 miles
Since last MOT+1,983 miles
PASS
Mileage48,763 miles
Since last MOT+7,965 miles
PASS
Mileage40,798 miles
Since last MOT+8,270 miles
PASS
Mileage32,528 miles
Since last MOT+7,268 miles
PASS
Mileage25,260 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

RegistrationFH54 FOA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeFH — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About FH54 FOA

What car is FH54 FOA?

FH54 FOA is an silver Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.

What is the mileage of FH54 FOA?

The last recorded mileage for FH54 FOA was 118,001 miles, recorded on 26 Jun 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FH54 FOA passed its MOT?

FH54 FOA has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 26 Jun 2014.

Is FH54 FOA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FH54 FOA 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 FH54 FOA?

FH54 FOA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.