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LR05 HCZ

2005 Volkswagen Passat · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
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 2005 Volkswagen Passat Diesel 1896cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 100,291 miles on the clock, averaging 8,057 miles per year, around 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 LR05 HCZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
100,291
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2008
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
8,057

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading100,291 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,057
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR05 HCZ 16k37k58k79k100k '08'18'14

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage100,291 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,291 miles
Since last MOT+21,242 miles
PASS
Mileage79,049 miles
Since last MOT+16,637 miles
PASS
Mileage62,412 miles
Since last MOT+16,330 miles
PASS
Mileage46,082 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,082 miles
Since last MOT+5,290 miles
PASS
Mileage40,792 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage40,792 miles
Since last MOT+6,993 miles
PASS
Mileage33,799 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage33,799 miles
Since last MOT+3,894 miles
PASS
Mileage29,905 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,905 miles
Since last MOT+4,031 miles
PASS
Mileage25,874 miles
Since last MOT+3,161 miles
PASS
Mileage22,713 miles
Since last MOT+3,315 miles
PASS
Mileage19,398 miles
Since last MOT+3,881 miles
PASS
Mileage15,517 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

RegistrationLR05 HCZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About LR05 HCZ

What car is LR05 HCZ?

LR05 HCZ is an black Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2005.

What is the mileage of LR05 HCZ?

The last recorded mileage for LR05 HCZ was 100,291 miles, recorded on 24 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR05 HCZ passed its MOT?

LR05 HCZ has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 24 Nov 2018.

Is LR05 HCZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR05 HCZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is LR05 HCZ?

LR05 HCZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.