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RJ51 EXN

2001 Volkswagen Passat · Petrol · 1984cc

Blue Registered in Reading, Reading · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2001
FuelPetrol
Engine1984cc
ColourBlue
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 2001 Volkswagen Passat Petrol 1984cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 106,725 miles on the clock, averaging 8,841 miles per year, around 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 RJ51 EXN

MOT Status
Due date passed
106,725
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2005
89%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
8,841

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 reading106,725 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,980
Average per year8,841
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RJ51 EXN 29k48k68k87k107k '05'14'11

Check RJ51 EXN

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage106,725 miles
Since last MOT+9,980 miles
PASS
Mileage96,745 miles
Since last MOT+16,401 miles
PASS
Mileage80,344 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,344 miles
Since last MOT+23,840 miles
PASS
Mileage56,504 miles
Since last MOT+2,392 miles
PASS
Mileage54,112 miles
Since last MOT+3,028 miles
PASS
Mileage51,084 miles
Since last MOT+12,643 miles
PASS
Mileage38,441 miles
Since last MOT+9,579 miles
PASS
Mileage28,862 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

RegistrationRJ51 EXN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1984cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeRJ — Reading, Reading
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About RJ51 EXN

What car is RJ51 EXN?

RJ51 EXN is an blue Volkswagen Passat, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Reading in 2001.

What is the mileage of RJ51 EXN?

The last recorded mileage for RJ51 EXN was 106,725 miles, recorded on 25 Jul 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RJ51 EXN passed its MOT?

RJ51 EXN has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 25 Jul 2014.

Is RJ51 EXN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ51 EXN is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is RJ51 EXN?

RJ51 EXN is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.