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VA02 EBO

2002 Volkswagen Passat · Diesel · 1896cc

Silver Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourSilver
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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 10 (55% pass rate). It has 295,934 miles on the clock, averaging 18,797 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 VA02 EBO

MOT Status
Due date passed
295,934
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2006
55%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 10 failed

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

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
18,797

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading295,934 miles
Reading date
Miles last year14,452
Average per year18,797
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for VA02 EBO 61k119k178k237k296k '06'19'13

Check VA02 EBO

Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage295,934 miles
Since last MOT+14,452 miles
PASS
Mileage281,482 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage281,481 miles
Since last MOT+14,142 miles
PASS
Mileage267,339 miles
Since last MOT+19,611 miles
PASS
Mileage247,728 miles
Since last MOT+457 miles
FAIL
Mileage247,271 miles
Since last MOT+18,150 miles
PASS
Mileage229,121 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage229,114 miles
Since last MOT+18,870 miles
PASS
Mileage210,244 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage210,244 miles
Since last MOT+18,892 miles
PASS
Mileage191,352 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage191,337 miles
Since last MOT+29,019 miles
PASS
Mileage162,318 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage162,318 miles
Since last MOT+16,761 miles
PASS
Mileage145,557 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage145,557 miles
Since last MOT+19,786 miles
PASS
Mileage125,771 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage125,771 miles
Since last MOT+23,574 miles
PASS
Mileage102,197 miles
Since last MOT+26,643 miles
PASS
Mileage75,554 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,552 miles
Since last MOT+14,978 miles
PASS
Mileage60,574 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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Cross-reference with Passat B5-generation faults

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA02 EBO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeVA — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About VA02 EBO

What car is VA02 EBO?

VA02 EBO is a silver Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2002.

What is the mileage of VA02 EBO?

The last recorded mileage for VA02 EBO was 295,934 miles, recorded on 11 Jan 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VA02 EBO passed its MOT?

VA02 EBO has had 22 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (12 passes, 10 failures). It last was tested on 11 Jan 2019.

Is VA02 EBO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, VA02 EBO 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 VA02 EBO?

VA02 EBO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.