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GF52 MZO

2002 Volkswagen Passat · Diesel · 1896cc

Blue Registered in Maidstone, Garden of England · 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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 216,102 miles on the clock, averaging 13,059 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 GF52 MZO

MOT Status
Due date passed
216,102
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2005
76%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
13,059

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading216,102 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,822
Average per year13,059
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GF52 MZO 53k94k134k175k216k '05'18'10

Check GF52 MZO

Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage216,102 miles
Since last MOT+7,822 miles
PASS
Mileage208,280 miles
Since last MOT+12,987 miles
PASS
Mileage195,293 miles
Since last MOT+14,971 miles
PASS
Mileage180,322 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage180,322 miles
Since last MOT+13,652 miles
PASS
Mileage166,670 miles
Since last MOT+17,308 miles
PASS
Mileage149,362 miles
Since last MOT+16,417 miles
PASS
Mileage132,945 miles
Since last MOT+6,942 miles
PASS
Mileage126,003 miles
Since last MOT+32 miles
FAIL
Mileage125,971 miles
Since last MOT+11,623 miles
PASS
Mileage114,348 miles
Since last MOT+10,733 miles
PASS
Mileage103,615 miles
Since last MOT+25 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,590 miles
Since last MOT+14,414 miles
PASS
Mileage89,176 miles
Since last MOT+18,906 miles
PASS
Mileage70,270 miles
Since last MOT+16,004 miles
PASS
Mileage54,266 miles
Since last MOT+1,517 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,749 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

RegistrationGF52 MZO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeGF — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About GF52 MZO

What car is GF52 MZO?

GF52 MZO is a blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2002.

What is the mileage of GF52 MZO?

The last recorded mileage for GF52 MZO was 216,102 miles, recorded on 28 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GF52 MZO passed its MOT?

GF52 MZO has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 Apr 2018.

Is GF52 MZO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF52 MZO 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 GF52 MZO?

GF52 MZO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.