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SL02 BVA

2002 Volkswagen Passat · Diesel · 1896cc

Blue Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 109,809 miles on the clock, averaging 6,364 miles per year, below 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 SL02 BVA

MOT Status
Due date passed
109,809
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
6,364

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading109,809 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,074
Average per year6,364
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SL02 BVA 40k57k75k92k110k '06'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage109,809 miles
Since last MOT+3,074 miles
PASS
Mileage106,735 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,729 miles
Since last MOT+4,326 miles
PASS
Mileage102,403 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,397 miles
Since last MOT+5,180 miles
PASS
Mileage97,217 miles
Since last MOT+18 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,199 miles
Since last MOT+4,210 miles
PASS
Mileage92,989 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,983 miles
Since last MOT+7,224 miles
PASS
Mileage85,759 miles
Since last MOT+10,264 miles
PASS
Mileage75,495 miles
Since last MOT+10,137 miles
PASS
Mileage65,358 miles
Since last MOT+2,858 miles
PASS
Mileage62,500 miles
Since last MOT+4,194 miles
PASS
Mileage58,306 miles
Since last MOT+10,079 miles
PASS
Mileage48,227 miles
Since last MOT+8,411 miles
PASS
Mileage39,816 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

RegistrationSL02 BVA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSL — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About SL02 BVA

What car is SL02 BVA?

SL02 BVA is an blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2002.

What is the mileage of SL02 BVA?

The last recorded mileage for SL02 BVA was 109,809 miles, recorded on 30 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL02 BVA passed its MOT?

SL02 BVA has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 30 May 2017.

Is SL02 BVA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL02 BVA 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 SL02 BVA?

SL02 BVA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.