Vehicle summary
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 2002 Volkswagen Passat Petrol 2771cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 159,486 miles on the clock, averaging 6,036 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.8 V6 engine is known for widely reported. 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 MW02 JNJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 159,486 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,036 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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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
| Registration | MW02 JNJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2771cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About MW02 JNJ
What car is MW02 JNJ?
MW02 JNJ is an blue Volkswagen Passat, petrol (2771cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.
What is the mileage of MW02 JNJ?
The last recorded mileage for MW02 JNJ was 159,486 miles, recorded on 11 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW02 JNJ passed its MOT?
MW02 JNJ has had 15 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (14 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 11 Apr 2019.
Is MW02 JNJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW02 JNJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is MW02 JNJ?
MW02 JNJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.