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MF03 HBN

2003 Volkswagen Passat · Diesel · 1896cc

Blue Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 116,594 miles on the clock, averaging 7,605 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 MF03 HBN

MOT Status
Due date passed
116,594
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
7,605

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 reading116,594 miles
Reading date
Miles last year378
Average per year7,605
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MF03 HBN 47k65k82k99k117k '06'15'12

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage116,594 miles
Since last MOT+378 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,216 miles
Since last MOT+6,947 miles
PASS
Mileage109,269 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage109,269 miles
Since last MOT+2,943 miles
PASS
Mileage106,326 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,326 miles
Since last MOT+5,091 miles
PASS
Mileage101,235 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,235 miles
Since last MOT+7,729 miles
PASS
Mileage93,506 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,506 miles
Since last MOT+13,226 miles
PASS
Mileage80,280 miles
Since last MOT+8,481 miles
PASS
Mileage71,799 miles
Since last MOT+7,795 miles
PASS
Mileage64,004 miles
Since last MOT+8,430 miles
PASS
Mileage55,574 miles
Since last MOT+8,397 miles
PASS
Mileage47,177 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

RegistrationMF03 HBN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeMF — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About MF03 HBN

What car is MF03 HBN?

MF03 HBN is an blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.

What is the mileage of MF03 HBN?

The last recorded mileage for MF03 HBN was 116,594 miles, recorded on 10 Apr 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MF03 HBN passed its MOT?

MF03 HBN has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 Apr 2015.

Is MF03 HBN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MF03 HBN 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 MF03 HBN?

MF03 HBN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.