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RF02 VUT

2002 Volkswagen Passat · Diesel · 1896cc

Blue Registered in Reading, Reading · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2002
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 2002 Volkswagen Passat Diesel 1896cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 9 (68% pass rate). It has 219,556 miles on the clock, averaging 7,983 miles per year, around 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 RF02 VUT

MOT Status
Due date passed
219,556
Last Mileage
Recorded
28
Total Tests
Since 2006
68%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 28 tests on record
7,983

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading219,556 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,983
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RF02 VUT 71k108k145k182k220k '06'24'16

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Full MOT Test History 28 tests on record

PASS
Mileage219,556 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage219,556 miles
Since last MOT+4,397 miles
PASS
Mileage215,159 miles
Since last MOT+95 miles
FAIL
Mileage215,064 miles
Since last MOT+7,318 miles
PASS
Mileage207,746 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage207,746 miles
Since last MOT+3,281 miles
PASS
Mileage204,465 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage204,465 miles
Since last MOT+6,965 miles
PASS
Mileage197,500 miles
Since last MOT+4,566 miles
PASS
Mileage192,934 miles
Since last MOT+3,825 miles
PASS
Mileage189,109 miles
Since last MOT+39 miles
FAIL
Mileage189,070 miles
Since last MOT+2,107 miles
PASS
Mileage186,963 miles
Since last MOT+3,863 miles
PASS
Mileage183,100 miles
Since last MOT+4,192 miles
PASS
Mileage178,908 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage178,908 miles
Since last MOT+8,396 miles
PASS
Mileage170,512 miles
Since last MOT+7,407 miles
PASS
Mileage163,105 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage163,105 miles
Since last MOT+9,650 miles
PASS
Mileage153,455 miles
Since last MOT+11,749 miles
PASS
Mileage141,706 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage141,706 miles
Since last MOT+11,796 miles
PASS
Mileage129,910 miles
Since last MOT+15,014 miles
PASS
Mileage114,896 miles
Since last MOT+14,615 miles
PASS
Mileage100,281 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,281 miles
Since last MOT+14,489 miles
PASS
Mileage85,792 miles
Since last MOT+14,854 miles
PASS
Mileage70,938 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

RegistrationRF02 VUT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeRF — Reading, Reading
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About RF02 VUT

What car is RF02 VUT?

RF02 VUT is an blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.

What is the mileage of RF02 VUT?

The last recorded mileage for RF02 VUT was 219,556 miles, recorded on 15 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RF02 VUT passed its MOT?

RF02 VUT has had 28 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (19 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 15 Nov 2024.

Is RF02 VUT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF02 VUT is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is RF02 VUT?

RF02 VUT is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.