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HD03 LJX

2003 Volkswagen Passat · Petrol · 1896cc

Blue Registered in Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1896cc
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 2003 Volkswagen Passat Petrol 1896cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 182,637 miles on the clock, averaging 9,178 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. 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 HD03 LJX

MOT Status
Due date passed
182,637
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
93%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
9,178

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 reading182,637 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,461
Average per year9,178
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for HD03 LJX 58k89k120k151k183k '06'20'13

Check HD03 LJX

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage182,637 miles
Since last MOT+5,461 miles
PASS
Mileage177,176 miles
Since last MOT+3,129 miles
PASS
Mileage174,047 miles
Since last MOT+29 miles
FAIL
Mileage174,018 miles
Since last MOT+4,326 miles
PASS
Mileage169,692 miles
Since last MOT+5,365 miles
PASS
Mileage164,327 miles
Since last MOT+8,265 miles
PASS
Mileage156,062 miles
Since last MOT+11,596 miles
PASS
Mileage144,466 miles
Since last MOT+8,577 miles
PASS
Mileage135,889 miles
Since last MOT+5,086 miles
PASS
Mileage130,803 miles
Since last MOT+11,577 miles
PASS
Mileage119,226 miles
Since last MOT+12,442 miles
PASS
Mileage106,784 miles
Since last MOT+16,520 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+14,424 miles
PASS
Mileage75,840 miles
Since last MOT+17,771 miles
PASS
Mileage58,069 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

RegistrationHD03 LJX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeHD — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About HD03 LJX

What car is HD03 LJX?

HD03 LJX is an blue Volkswagen Passat, petrol (1896cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2003.

What is the mileage of HD03 LJX?

The last recorded mileage for HD03 LJX was 182,637 miles, recorded on 19 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has HD03 LJX passed its MOT?

HD03 LJX has had 15 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (14 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 19 Feb 2020.

Is HD03 LJX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, HD03 LJX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is HD03 LJX?

HD03 LJX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.