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VE51 ULT

2002 Volkswagen Passat · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 11 (58% pass rate). It has 194,771 miles on the clock, averaging 7,497 miles per year, around 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 VE51 ULT

MOT Status
Due date passed
194,771
Last Mileage
Recorded
26
Total Tests
Since 2005
58%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 11 failed

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

11

MOT failures recorded

Out of 26 tests on record
7,497

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading194,771 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,497
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for VE51 ULT 80k109k138k166k195k '05'21'14

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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record

PASS
Mileage194,771 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage194,771 miles
Since last MOT+2,444 miles
PASS
Mileage192,327 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage192,327 miles
Since last MOT+4,493 miles
PASS
Mileage187,834 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage187,832 miles
Since last MOT+3,073 miles
PASS
Mileage184,759 miles
Since last MOT+27 miles
FAIL
Mileage184,732 miles
Since last MOT+8,500 miles
PASS
Mileage176,232 miles
Since last MOT+3,771 miles
PASS
Mileage172,461 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage172,451 miles
Since last MOT+6,772 miles
PASS
Mileage165,679 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage165,679 miles
Since last MOT+7,572 miles
PASS
Mileage158,107 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage158,107 miles
Since last MOT+7,591 miles
PASS
Mileage150,516 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage150,516 miles
Since last MOT+10,181 miles
PASS
Mileage140,335 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage140,335 miles
Since last MOT+6,751 miles
PASS
Mileage133,584 miles
Since last MOT+6,695 miles
FAIL
Mileage126,889 miles
Since last MOT+9,391 miles
PASS
Mileage117,498 miles
Since last MOT+68 miles
FAIL
Mileage117,430 miles
Since last MOT+11,715 miles
PASS
Mileage105,715 miles
Since last MOT+10,596 miles
PASS
Mileage95,119 miles
Since last MOT+14,759 miles
PASS
Mileage80,360 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

RegistrationVE51 ULT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeVE — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About VE51 ULT

What car is VE51 ULT?

VE51 ULT is a black Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2002.

What is the mileage of VE51 ULT?

The last recorded mileage for VE51 ULT was 194,771 miles, recorded on 24 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VE51 ULT passed its MOT?

VE51 ULT has had 26 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (15 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 24 Mar 2021.

Is VE51 ULT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, VE51 ULT 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 VE51 ULT?

VE51 ULT is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.