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At a glance
This 2004 Volkswagen Passat Petrol 1896cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 165,758 miles on the clock, averaging 9,372 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. 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 RJ04 DFY
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 165,758 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,372 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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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
| Registration | RJ04 DFY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RJ — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About RJ04 DFY
What car is RJ04 DFY?
RJ04 DFY is an blue Volkswagen Passat, petrol (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.
What is the mileage of RJ04 DFY?
The last recorded mileage for RJ04 DFY was 165,758 miles, recorded on 9 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RJ04 DFY passed its MOT?
RJ04 DFY has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 9 May 2019.
Is RJ04 DFY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ04 DFY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RJ04 DFY?
RJ04 DFY is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.