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WF05 FPL

2005 Volkswagen Passat · Diesel · 1896cc

Silver Registered in Exeter, West of England · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2005
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 2005 Volkswagen Passat Diesel 1896cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 8 (56% pass rate). It has 169,185 miles on the clock, averaging 10,712 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 WF05 FPL

MOT Status
Due date passed
169,185
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2008
56%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
10,712

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading169,185 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year10,712
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WF05 FPL 67k92k118k144k169k '08'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage169,185 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage169,182 miles
Since last MOT+15,736 miles
PASS
Mileage153,446 miles
Since last MOT+60 miles
FAIL
Mileage153,386 miles
Since last MOT+10,296 miles
PASS
Mileage143,090 miles
Since last MOT+26 miles
FAIL
Mileage143,064 miles
Since last MOT+7,884 miles
PASS
Mileage135,180 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage135,180 miles
Since last MOT+12,056 miles
PASS
Mileage123,124 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage123,124 miles
Since last MOT+10,719 miles
PASS
Mileage112,405 miles
Since last MOT+355 miles
FAIL
Mileage112,050 miles
Since last MOT+12,766 miles
PASS
Mileage99,284 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,284 miles
Since last MOT+8,313 miles
PASS
Mileage90,971 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,971 miles
Since last MOT+8,449 miles
PASS
Mileage82,522 miles
Since last MOT+15,932 miles
PASS
Mileage66,590 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

RegistrationWF05 FPL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeWF — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About WF05 FPL

What car is WF05 FPL?

WF05 FPL is a silver Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Exeter in 2005.

What is the mileage of WF05 FPL?

The last recorded mileage for WF05 FPL was 169,185 miles, recorded on 28 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF05 FPL passed its MOT?

WF05 FPL has had 18 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (10 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 28 Oct 2017.

Is WF05 FPL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WF05 FPL 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 WF05 FPL?

WF05 FPL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.