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MT03 WTW

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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 176,872 miles on the clock, averaging 10,957 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 MT03 WTW

MOT Status
Due date passed
176,872
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
10,957

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading176,872 miles
Reading date
Miles last year21
Average per year10,957
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MT03 WTW 65k93k121k149k177k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage176,872 miles
Since last MOT+21 miles
FAIL
Mileage176,851 miles
Since last MOT+5,184 miles
PASS
Mileage171,667 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage171,667 miles
Since last MOT+7,967 miles
PASS
Mileage163,700 miles
Since last MOT+13,611 miles
PASS
Mileage150,089 miles
Since last MOT+5,345 miles
PASS
Mileage144,744 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage144,744 miles
Since last MOT+17,148 miles
PASS
Mileage127,596 miles
Since last MOT+4,608 miles
PASS
Mileage122,988 miles
Since last MOT+10,838 miles
PASS
Mileage112,150 miles
Since last MOT+11,334 miles
PASS
Mileage100,816 miles
Since last MOT+15,788 miles
PASS
Mileage85,028 miles
Since last MOT+20,075 miles
PASS
Mileage64,953 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

RegistrationMT03 WTW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeMT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About MT03 WTW

What car is MT03 WTW?

MT03 WTW is an blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.

What is the mileage of MT03 WTW?

The last recorded mileage for MT03 WTW was 176,872 miles, recorded on 9 Aug 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MT03 WTW passed its MOT?

MT03 WTW has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 9 Aug 2016.

Is MT03 WTW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT03 WTW 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 MT03 WTW?

MT03 WTW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.