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 2023 Volkswagen Passat Petrol 1498cc has had 2 MOT tests on record, passing 1 and failing once (50% pass rate). It has 51,721 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.5 TSI engine is known for dada and engine management software / act (active cylinder technology) calibration.
MOT & Mileage History for MW23 XGS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failure recorded
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 51,721 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Mileage consistency | Unknown |
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Full MOT Test History 2 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Passat
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Passat models (2014–2024), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
DADA
Engine management software / ACT (Active Cylinder Technology) calibration
Faulty ECU mapping causes poor transition between 2- and 4-cylinder modes, leading to hesitation, juddering, or "kangarooing" (RPM drop/stall risk in 1st gear). Cross-model issue in manuals.[1][2][3][4]
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MW23 XGS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2023 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 23 — March 2023 to August 2023 |
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About MW23 XGS
What car is MW23 XGS?
MW23 XGS is an silver Volkswagen Passat, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Manchester in 2023.
What is the mileage of MW23 XGS?
The last recorded mileage for MW23 XGS was 51,721 miles, recorded on 31 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW23 XGS passed its MOT?
MW23 XGS has had 2 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (1 pass, 1 failure). It last passed on 31 Mar 2026.
Is MW23 XGS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW23 XGS is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is MW23 XGS?
MW23 XGS is approximately 3 years old. Age identifier 23 means registered between 1 March 2023 and 31 August 2023.