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SY03 FNP

2003 Volkswagen Passat · Diesel · 1896cc

Blue Registered in Inverness, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2003
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 2003 Volkswagen Passat Diesel 1896cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 7 (56% pass rate). It has 187,909 miles on the clock, averaging 11,828 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 SY03 FNP

MOT Status
Due date passed
187,909
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
56%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
11,828

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading187,909 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year11,828
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SY03 FNP 72k101k130k159k188k '06'16'13

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage187,909 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage187,906 miles
Since last MOT+13,031 miles
PASS
Mileage174,875 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage174,869 miles
Since last MOT+543 miles
FAIL
Mileage174,326 miles
Since last MOT+25,135 miles
PASS
Mileage149,191 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage149,188 miles
Since last MOT+1,289 miles
FAIL
Mileage147,899 miles
Since last MOT+8,929 miles
PASS
Mileage138,970 miles
Since last MOT+11,364 miles
PASS
Mileage127,606 miles
Since last MOT+14,900 miles
PASS
Mileage112,706 miles
Since last MOT+18,985 miles
PASS
Mileage93,721 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,709 miles
Since last MOT+8,222 miles
PASS
Mileage85,487 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,477 miles
Since last MOT+13,531 miles
PASS
Mileage71,946 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

RegistrationSY03 FNP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSY — Inverness, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SY03 FNP

What car is SY03 FNP?

SY03 FNP is an blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Inverness in 2003.

What is the mileage of SY03 FNP?

The last recorded mileage for SY03 FNP was 187,909 miles, recorded on 4 Jan 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SY03 FNP passed its MOT?

SY03 FNP has had 16 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (9 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 4 Jan 2016.

Is SY03 FNP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY03 FNP is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is SY03 FNP?

SY03 FNP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.