Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Volkswagen Passat Petrol has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 77,060 miles on the clock, averaging 5,295 miles per year, below 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 SX04 BVK
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 77,060 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,121 |
| Average per year | 5,295 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | SX04 BVK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SX — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About SX04 BVK
What car is SX04 BVK?
SX04 BVK is an green Volkswagen Passat, petrol. First registered in Inverness in 2004.
What is the mileage of SX04 BVK?
The last recorded mileage for SX04 BVK was 77,060 miles, recorded on 28 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SX04 BVK passed its MOT?
SX04 BVK has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 28 Apr 2018.
Is SX04 BVK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SX04 BVK 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 SX04 BVK?
SX04 BVK is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.