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 2022 Volkswagen Passat Petrol 1498cc has had 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 80,897 miles on the clock, averaging 14,165 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.5 TSI engine is known for dada and engine management software / act (active cylinder technology) calibration.
MOT & Mileage History for PF71 BFX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 80,897 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 147 |
| Average per year | 14,165 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 3 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 | PF71 BFX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2022 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PF — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 71 — September 2021 to February 2022 |
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About PF71 BFX
What car is PF71 BFX?
PF71 BFX is a grey Volkswagen Passat, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Preston in 2022.
What is the mileage of PF71 BFX?
The last recorded mileage for PF71 BFX was 80,897 miles, recorded on 21 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PF71 BFX passed its MOT?
PF71 BFX has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 21 Feb 2026.
Is PF71 BFX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PF71 BFX 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 PF71 BFX?
PF71 BFX is approximately 4 years old. Age identifier 71 means registered between 1 September 2021 and 28 February 2022.