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RN02 RXY

2002 Volkswagen Passat · Diesel · 1896cc

Silver Registered in Reading, Reading · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourSilver
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 224,302 miles on the clock, averaging 12,119 miles per year, above 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 RN02 RXY

MOT Status
Due date passed
224,302
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2005
79%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
12,119

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading224,302 miles
Reading date
Miles last year17,964
Average per year12,119
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RN02 RXY 68k107k146k185k224k '05'18'11

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage224,302 miles
Since last MOT+17,964 miles
PASS
Mileage206,338 miles
Since last MOT+11,946 miles
PASS
Mileage194,392 miles
Since last MOT+17,550 miles
PASS
Mileage176,842 miles
Since last MOT+320 miles
FAIL
Mileage176,522 miles
Since last MOT+13,466 miles
PASS
Mileage163,056 miles
Since last MOT+2,881 miles
PASS
Mileage160,175 miles
Since last MOT+8,293 miles
PASS
Mileage151,882 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage151,871 miles
Since last MOT+10,867 miles
PASS
Mileage141,004 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage141,000 miles
Since last MOT+8,704 miles
PASS
Mileage132,296 miles
Since last MOT+8,035 miles
PASS
Mileage124,261 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage124,261 miles
Since last MOT+8,603 miles
PASS
Mileage115,658 miles
Since last MOT+11,680 miles
PASS
Mileage103,978 miles
Since last MOT+17,884 miles
PASS
Mileage86,094 miles
Since last MOT+15,668 miles
PASS
Mileage70,426 miles
Since last MOT+2,089 miles
PASS
Mileage68,337 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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Cross-reference with Passat B5-generation faults

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN02 RXY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeRN — Reading, Reading
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About RN02 RXY

What car is RN02 RXY?

RN02 RXY is an silver Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.

What is the mileage of RN02 RXY?

The last recorded mileage for RN02 RXY was 224,302 miles, recorded on 20 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RN02 RXY passed its MOT?

RN02 RXY has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 Apr 2018.

Is RN02 RXY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RN02 RXY 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 RN02 RXY?

RN02 RXY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.