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WF04 LFJ

2004 Volkswagen Passat · Diesel · 1896cc

Blue Registered in Exeter, West of England · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2004
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 2004 Volkswagen Passat Diesel 1896cc has had 29 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 9 (69% pass rate). It has 200,988 miles on the clock, averaging 8,754 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 WF04 LFJ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
200,988
Last Mileage
Recorded
29
Total Tests
Since 2007
69%
Pass Rate
20 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 29 tests on record
8,754

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading200,988 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,065
Average per year8,754
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WF04 LFJ 32k74k116k159k201k '07'26'17

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Full MOT Test History 29 tests on record

PASS
Mileage200,988 miles
Since last MOT+4,065 miles
PASS
Mileage196,923 miles
Since last MOT+3,136 miles
PASS
Mileage193,787 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage193,787 miles
Since last MOT+3,234 miles
PASS
Mileage190,553 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage190,553 miles
Since last MOT+3,132 miles
PASS
Mileage187,421 miles
Since last MOT+5,001 miles
PASS
Mileage182,420 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage182,420 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage182,419 miles
Since last MOT+5,327 miles
PASS
Mileage177,092 miles
Since last MOT+5,603 miles
PASS
Mileage171,489 miles
Since last MOT+7,305 miles
PASS
Mileage164,184 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage164,184 miles
Since last MOT+9,154 miles
PASS
Mileage155,030 miles
Since last MOT+12,416 miles
PASS
Mileage142,614 miles
Since last MOT+12,505 miles
PASS
Mileage130,109 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage130,109 miles
Since last MOT+14,869 miles
PASS
Mileage115,240 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage115,240 miles
Since last MOT+15,580 miles
PASS
Mileage99,660 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,660 miles
Since last MOT+14,732 miles
PASS
Mileage84,928 miles
Since last MOT+12,952 miles
PASS
Mileage71,976 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,976 miles
Since last MOT+15,089 miles
PASS
Mileage56,887 miles
Since last MOT+8,292 miles
PASS
Mileage48,595 miles
Since last MOT+8,536 miles
PASS
Mileage40,059 miles
Since last MOT+8,061 miles
PASS
Mileage31,998 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

RegistrationWF04 LFJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeWF — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About WF04 LFJ

What car is WF04 LFJ?

WF04 LFJ is a blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Exeter in 2004.

What is the mileage of WF04 LFJ?

The last recorded mileage for WF04 LFJ was 200,988 miles, recorded on 17 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF04 LFJ passed its MOT?

WF04 LFJ has had 29 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (20 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 17 Jul 2026.

Is WF04 LFJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WF04 LFJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is WF04 LFJ?

WF04 LFJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.