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SL02 WKV

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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 132,016 miles on the clock, averaging 741 miles per year, well 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 WKV

MOT Status
Due date passed
132,016
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
60%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
741

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading132,016 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5
Average per year741
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SL02 WKV 125k127k129k130k132k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage132,016 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage132,011 miles
Since last MOT+6,643 miles
PASS
Mileage125,368 miles
Since last MOT+48 miles
FAIL
Mileage125,320 miles
Since last MOT+8,738 miles
PASS
Mileage116,582 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,562 miles
Since last MOT+7,524 miles
PASS
Mileage109,038 miles
Since last MOT+7,743 miles
PASS
Mileage101,295 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,295 miles
Since last MOT+10,664 miles
PASS
Mileage90,631 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,631 miles
Since last MOT+9,015 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,616 miles
PASS
Mileage156,408 miles
Since last MOT+17,490 miles
PASS
Mileage138,918 miles
Since last MOT+13,772 miles
PASS
Mileage125,146 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 WKV
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 WKV

What car is SL02 WKV?

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

What is the mileage of SL02 WKV?

The last recorded mileage for SL02 WKV was 132,016 miles, recorded on 23 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL02 WKV passed its MOT?

SL02 WKV has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 23 Jun 2015.

Is SL02 WKV ULEZ compliant?

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

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