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FP52 BYF

2002 Volkswagen Passat · Petrol · 1984cc

Blue Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1984cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
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 Petrol 1984cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 97,081 miles on the clock, averaging 7,486 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 engine is known for adr-specific forum data and specialist garage documentation. 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 FP52 BYF

MOT Status
Due date passed
97,081
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
62%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
7,486

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading97,081 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year7,486
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FP52 BYF 34k50k66k81k97k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage97,081 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,080 miles
Since last MOT+8,596 miles
PASS
Mileage88,484 miles
Since last MOT+184 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,300 miles
Since last MOT+15,291 miles
PASS
Mileage73,009 miles
Since last MOT+23 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,986 miles
Since last MOT+11,216 miles
PASS
Mileage61,770 miles
Since last MOT+4,206 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,564 miles
Since last MOT+5,008 miles
PASS
Mileage52,556 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,555 miles
Since last MOT+5,983 miles
PASS
Mileage46,572 miles
Since last MOT+6,257 miles
PASS
Mileage40,315 miles
Since last MOT+6,080 miles
PASS
Mileage34,235 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).

ADR-specific forum data

Specialist garage documentation

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP52 BYF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1984cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeFP — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About FP52 BYF

What car is FP52 BYF?

FP52 BYF is an blue Volkswagen Passat, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of FP52 BYF?

The last recorded mileage for FP52 BYF was 97,081 miles, recorded on 10 Apr 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FP52 BYF passed its MOT?

FP52 BYF has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 Apr 2015.

Is FP52 BYF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP52 BYF is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is FP52 BYF?

FP52 BYF is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.