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OE52 WFX

2003 Volkswagen Passat · Diesel · 1896cc

Blue Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 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 202,864 miles on the clock, averaging 13,077 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 OE52 WFX

MOT Status
Due date passed
202,864
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
13,077

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading202,864 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,887
Average per year13,077
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for OE52 WFX 44k84k124k163k203k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage202,864 miles
Since last MOT+6,887 miles
PASS
Mileage195,977 miles
Since last MOT+11,243 miles
PASS
Mileage184,734 miles
Since last MOT+12,737 miles
PASS
Mileage171,997 miles
Since last MOT+342 miles
FAIL
Mileage171,655 miles
Since last MOT+19,119 miles
PASS
Mileage152,536 miles
Since last MOT+21,031 miles
FAIL
Mileage131,505 miles
Since last MOT+16,656 miles
PASS
Mileage114,849 miles
Since last MOT+15,297 miles
FAIL
Mileage99,552 miles
Since last MOT+8,570 miles
PASS
Mileage90,982 miles
Since last MOT+11,037 miles
PASS
Mileage79,945 miles
Since last MOT+11,666 miles
PASS
Mileage68,279 miles
Since last MOT+12,180 miles
PASS
Mileage56,099 miles
Since last MOT+11,948 miles
PASS
Mileage44,151 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

RegistrationOE52 WFX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeOE — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About OE52 WFX

What car is OE52 WFX?

OE52 WFX is an blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.

What is the mileage of OE52 WFX?

The last recorded mileage for OE52 WFX was 202,864 miles, recorded on 11 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OE52 WFX passed its MOT?

OE52 WFX has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 Oct 2018.

Is OE52 WFX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OE52 WFX 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 OE52 WFX?

OE52 WFX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.