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LB03 WFM

2003 Volkswagen Passat · Petrol · 1999cc

Black Registered in Wimbledon, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1999cc
ColourBlack
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 1999cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 124,496 miles on the clock, averaging 8,200 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 LB03 WFM

MOT Status
Due date passed
124,496
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
81%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
8,200

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading124,496 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,200
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LB03 WFM 26k51k75k100k124k '06'18'14

Check LB03 WFM

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage124,496 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage124,496 miles
Since last MOT+15,069 miles
PASS
Mileage109,427 miles
Since last MOT+12,090 miles
PASS
Mileage97,337 miles
Since last MOT+9,417 miles
PASS
Mileage87,920 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,920 miles
Since last MOT+2,804 miles
PASS
Mileage85,116 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,166 miles
Since last MOT+4,623 miles
PASS
Mileage80,543 miles
Since last MOT+6,200 miles
PASS
Mileage74,343 miles
Since last MOT+5,336 miles
PASS
Mileage69,007 miles
Since last MOT+4,506 miles
PASS
Mileage64,501 miles
Since last MOT+6,009 miles
PASS
Mileage58,492 miles
Since last MOT+11,446 miles
PASS
Mileage47,046 miles
Since last MOT+11,906 miles
PASS
Mileage35,140 miles
Since last MOT+9,265 miles
PASS
Mileage25,875 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

RegistrationLB03 WFM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1999cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLB — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LB03 WFM

What car is LB03 WFM?

LB03 WFM is an black Volkswagen Passat, petrol (1999cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.

What is the mileage of LB03 WFM?

The last recorded mileage for LB03 WFM was 124,496 miles, recorded on 30 Jul 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LB03 WFM passed its MOT?

LB03 WFM has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 30 Jul 2018.

Is LB03 WFM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB03 WFM 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 LB03 WFM?

LB03 WFM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.