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VA05 RJY

2005 Volkswagen Passat · Diesel · 1896cc

Blue Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2005
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 2005 Volkswagen Passat Diesel 1896cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 200,288 miles on the clock, averaging 14,517 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 VA05 RJY

MOT Status
Due date passed
200,288
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2008
83%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
14,517

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading200,288 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,425
Average per year14,517
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for VA05 RJY 68k101k134k167k200k '08'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage200,288 miles
Since last MOT+12,425 miles
PASS
Mileage187,863 miles
Since last MOT+12,387 miles
PASS
Mileage175,476 miles
Since last MOT+11,713 miles
PASS
Mileage163,763 miles
Since last MOT+57 miles
FAIL
Mileage163,706 miles
Since last MOT+12,390 miles
PASS
Mileage151,316 miles
Since last MOT+12,243 miles
PASS
Mileage139,073 miles
Since last MOT+14,573 miles
PASS
Mileage124,500 miles
Since last MOT+12,743 miles
PASS
Mileage111,757 miles
Since last MOT+22,817 miles
PASS
Mileage88,940 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,929 miles
Since last MOT+20,717 miles
PASS
Mileage68,212 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

RegistrationVA05 RJY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeVA — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About VA05 RJY

What car is VA05 RJY?

VA05 RJY is a blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2005.

What is the mileage of VA05 RJY?

The last recorded mileage for VA05 RJY was 200,288 miles, recorded on 2 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VA05 RJY passed its MOT?

VA05 RJY has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 2 Sep 2017.

Is VA05 RJY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, VA05 RJY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is VA05 RJY?

VA05 RJY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.