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KY04 URL

2004 Volkswagen Passat · Diesel · 1896cc

Blue Registered in Luton, Luton and Northampton · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2004
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 2004 Volkswagen Passat Diesel 1896cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 373,749 miles on the clock, averaging 28,106 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 KY04 URL

MOT Status
Due date passed
373,749
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2007
71%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
28,106

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading373,749 miles
Reading date
Miles last year30,002
Average per year28,106
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for KY04 URL 74k149k224k299k374k '07'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage373,749 miles
Since last MOT+30,002 miles
PASS
Mileage343,747 miles
Since last MOT+32,109 miles
PASS
Mileage311,638 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage311,638 miles
Since last MOT+36,412 miles
PASS
Mileage275,226 miles
Since last MOT+27,244 miles
PASS
Mileage247,982 miles
Since last MOT+30,827 miles
PASS
Mileage217,155 miles
Since last MOT+6,364 miles
FAIL
Mileage210,791 miles
Since last MOT+17,948 miles
PASS
Mileage192,843 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage192,843 miles
Since last MOT+41,756 miles
PASS
Mileage151,087 miles
Since last MOT+28,648 miles
PASS
Mileage122,439 miles
Since last MOT+22,580 miles
PASS
Mileage99,859 miles
Since last MOT+26,121 miles
PASS
Mileage73,738 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

RegistrationKY04 URL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeKY — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About KY04 URL

What car is KY04 URL?

KY04 URL is a blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2004.

What is the mileage of KY04 URL?

The last recorded mileage for KY04 URL was 373,749 miles, recorded on 17 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KY04 URL passed its MOT?

KY04 URL has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 17 Apr 2018.

Is KY04 URL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KY04 URL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is KY04 URL?

KY04 URL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.