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WF51 LJO

2001 Volkswagen Passat · Diesel · 1896cc

Silver Registered in Exeter, West of England · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2001
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 2001 Volkswagen Passat Diesel 1896cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 152,458 miles on the clock, averaging 8,199 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 WF51 LJO

MOT Status
Due date passed
152,458
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
8,199

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 reading152,458 miles
Reading date
Miles last year43
Average per year8,199
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WF51 LJO 60k83k106k129k152k '06'18'14

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage152,458 miles
Since last MOT+43 miles
FAIL
Mileage152,415 miles
Since last MOT+6,141 miles
PASS
Mileage146,274 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage146,271 miles
Since last MOT+6,499 miles
PASS
Mileage139,772 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage139,768 miles
Since last MOT+8,192 miles
PASS
Mileage131,576 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage131,576 miles
Since last MOT+13,647 miles
PASS
Mileage117,929 miles
Since last MOT+6,093 miles
PASS
Mileage111,836 miles
Since last MOT+6,195 miles
PASS
Mileage105,641 miles
Since last MOT+7,966 miles
PASS
Mileage97,675 miles
Since last MOT+11,053 miles
PASS
Mileage86,622 miles
Since last MOT+10,224 miles
PASS
Mileage76,398 miles
Since last MOT+6,897 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,501 miles
Since last MOT+9,395 miles
PASS
Mileage60,106 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

RegistrationWF51 LJO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeWF — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About WF51 LJO

What car is WF51 LJO?

WF51 LJO is a silver Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Exeter in 2001.

What is the mileage of WF51 LJO?

The last recorded mileage for WF51 LJO was 152,458 miles, recorded on 9 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF51 LJO passed its MOT?

WF51 LJO has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 9 Jan 2018.

Is WF51 LJO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WF51 LJO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is WF51 LJO?

WF51 LJO is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.