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SY05 ONR

2005 Volkswagen Passat · Petrol · 1968cc

Blue Registered in Inverness, Scotland · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1968cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
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 2005 Volkswagen Passat Petrol 1968cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 9 (63% pass rate). It has 81,263 miles on the clock, averaging 3,864 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 engine is known for adr-specific forum data and specialist garage documentation. 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 SY05 ONR

MOT Status
Due date passed
81,263
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2008
63%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
3,864

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 reading81,263 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,864
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SY05 ONR 27k41k54k68k81k '08'22'16

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage81,263 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,263 miles
Since last MOT+32 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,231 miles
Since last MOT+3,293 miles
PASS
Mileage77,938 miles
Since last MOT+37 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,901 miles
Since last MOT+5,395 miles
PASS
Mileage72,506 miles
Since last MOT+1,708 miles
PASS
Mileage70,798 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,987 miles
Since last MOT+1,518 miles
PASS
Mileage69,469 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,469 miles
Since last MOT+2,001 miles
PASS
Mileage67,468 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,468 miles
Since last MOT+2,404 miles
PASS
Mileage65,064 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,064 miles
Since last MOT+2,124 miles
PASS
Mileage62,940 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,940 miles
Since last MOT+2,115 miles
PASS
Mileage60,825 miles
Since last MOT+2,010 miles
PASS
Mileage58,815 miles
Since last MOT+1,233 miles
PASS
Mileage57,582 miles
Since last MOT+4,514 miles
PASS
Mileage53,068 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,068 miles
Since last MOT+12,320 miles
PASS
Mileage40,748 miles
Since last MOT+10,351 miles
PASS
Mileage30,397 miles
Since last MOT+2,966 miles
PASS
Mileage27,431 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).

ADR-specific forum data

Specialist garage documentation

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY05 ONR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1968cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeSY — Inverness, Scotland
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About SY05 ONR

What car is SY05 ONR?

SY05 ONR is an blue Volkswagen Passat, petrol (1968cc). First registered in Inverness in 2005.

What is the mileage of SY05 ONR?

The last recorded mileage for SY05 ONR was 81,263 miles, recorded on 14 Feb 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SY05 ONR passed its MOT?

SY05 ONR has had 24 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (15 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 14 Feb 2022.

Is SY05 ONR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY05 ONR is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is SY05 ONR?

SY05 ONR is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.