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OU55 OZE

2005 Volkswagen Passat · Petrol · 1984cc

Grey Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1984cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
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 2005 Volkswagen Passat Petrol 1984cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 6 (75% pass rate). It has 128,135 miles on the clock, averaging 6,050 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 engine is known for adr-specific forum data and specialist garage documentation. 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 OU55 OZE

MOT Status
Due date passed
128,135
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2008
75%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
6,050

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading128,135 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,050
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OU55 OZE 31k55k79k104k128k '08'25'18

Check OU55 OZE

Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage128,135 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage128,135 miles
Since last MOT+8,251 miles
PASS
Mileage119,884 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage119,884 miles
Since last MOT+6,121 miles
PASS
Mileage113,763 miles
Since last MOT+4,129 miles
PASS
Mileage109,634 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,623 miles
Since last MOT+6,612 miles
PASS
Mileage103,011 miles
Since last MOT+5,148 miles
PASS
Mileage97,863 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,862 miles
Since last MOT+5,349 miles
PASS
Mileage92,513 miles
Since last MOT+6,967 miles
PASS
Mileage85,546 miles
Since last MOT+2,251 miles
PASS
Mileage83,295 miles
PASS
Mileage83,641 miles
Since last MOT+12,022 miles
PASS
Mileage71,619 miles
Since last MOT+6,012 miles
PASS
Mileage65,607 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,607 miles
Since last MOT+7,458 miles
PASS
Mileage58,149 miles
Since last MOT+4,178 miles
PASS
Mileage53,971 miles
Since last MOT+7,616 miles
PASS
Mileage46,355 miles
Since last MOT+3,123 miles
PASS
Mileage43,232 miles
Since last MOT+213 miles
PASS
Mileage43,019 miles
Since last MOT+32 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,987 miles
Since last MOT+12,472 miles
PASS
Mileage30,515 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).

ADR-specific forum data

Specialist garage documentation

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU55 OZE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1984cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeOU — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About OU55 OZE

What car is OU55 OZE?

OU55 OZE is an grey Volkswagen Passat, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Oxford in 2005.

What is the mileage of OU55 OZE?

The last recorded mileage for OU55 OZE was 128,135 miles, recorded on 3 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OU55 OZE passed its MOT?

OU55 OZE has had 24 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (18 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 3 Feb 2025.

Is OU55 OZE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU55 OZE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is OU55 OZE?

OU55 OZE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.