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LT03 ULC

2003 Volkswagen Passat · Diesel · 1896cc

Blue Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2003
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 2003 Volkswagen Passat Diesel 1896cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 173,121 miles on the clock, averaging 11,683 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 LT03 ULC

MOT Status
Due date passed
173,121
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
85%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
11,683

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 reading173,121 miles
Reading date
Miles last year-959
Average per year11,683
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LT03 ULC 38k72k105k139k173k '06'17'11

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage173,121 miles
PASS
Mileage174,080 miles
Since last MOT+20,513 miles
PASS
Mileage153,567 miles
Since last MOT+30,581 miles
PASS
Mileage122,986 miles
Since last MOT+9,232 miles
PASS
Mileage113,754 miles
Since last MOT+9,849 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,905 miles
Since last MOT+10,552 miles
PASS
Mileage93,353 miles
Since last MOT+11,570 miles
PASS
Mileage81,783 miles
Since last MOT+11,333 miles
PASS
Mileage70,450 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,450 miles
Since last MOT+10,530 miles
PASS
Mileage59,920 miles
Since last MOT+11,782 miles
PASS
Mileage48,138 miles
Since last MOT+10,384 miles
PASS
Mileage37,754 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

RegistrationLT03 ULC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLT — Stanmore, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LT03 ULC

What car is LT03 ULC?

LT03 ULC is an blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.

What is the mileage of LT03 ULC?

The last recorded mileage for LT03 ULC was 173,121 miles, recorded on 23 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LT03 ULC passed its MOT?

LT03 ULC has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 23 Oct 2017.

Is LT03 ULC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LT03 ULC is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is LT03 ULC?

LT03 ULC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.