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MK04 XFC

2004 Volkswagen Passat · Diesel · 1896cc

Blue Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 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 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 153,066 miles on the clock, averaging 8,708 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 MK04 XFC

MOT Status
Due date passed
153,066
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2007
64%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
8,708

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading153,066 miles
Reading date
Miles last year50
Average per year8,708
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MK04 XFC 81k99k117k135k153k '07'15'12

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage153,066 miles
Since last MOT+50 miles
FAIL
Mileage153,016 miles
Since last MOT+8,512 miles
PASS
Mileage144,504 miles
Since last MOT+166 miles
FAIL
Mileage144,338 miles
Since last MOT+7,749 miles
PASS
Mileage136,589 miles
Since last MOT+10,318 miles
PASS
Mileage126,271 miles
Since last MOT+95 miles
FAIL
Mileage126,176 miles
Since last MOT+7,988 miles
PASS
Mileage118,188 miles
Since last MOT+100 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,088 miles
Since last MOT+6,899 miles
PASS
Mileage111,189 miles
Since last MOT+5,918 miles
PASS
Mileage105,271 miles
Since last MOT+11,603 miles
PASS
Mileage93,668 miles
Since last MOT+531 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,137 miles
Since last MOT+12,169 miles
PASS
Mileage80,968 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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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK04 XFC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeMK — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About MK04 XFC

What car is MK04 XFC?

MK04 XFC is an blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.

What is the mileage of MK04 XFC?

The last recorded mileage for MK04 XFC was 153,066 miles, recorded on 12 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MK04 XFC passed its MOT?

MK04 XFC has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Jun 2015.

Is MK04 XFC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK04 XFC 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 MK04 XFC?

MK04 XFC is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.