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WF55 SXJ

2005 Volkswagen Passat · Diesel · 1896cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBeige
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 200,674 miles on the clock, averaging 8,411 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 WF55 SXJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
200,674
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2008
69%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
8,411

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 reading200,674 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12
Average per year8,411
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WF55 SXJ 93k120k147k174k201k '08'21'13

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage200,674 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage200,662 miles
Since last MOT+11,194 miles
PASS
Mileage189,468 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage189,466 miles
Since last MOT+18 miles
FAIL
Mileage189,448 miles
Since last MOT+29,358 miles
PASS
Mileage160,090 miles
Since last MOT+5,494 miles
PASS
Mileage154,596 miles
Since last MOT+10,192 miles
PASS
Mileage144,404 miles
Since last MOT+10,889 miles
PASS
Mileage133,515 miles
Since last MOT+12,150 miles
PASS
Mileage121,365 miles
Since last MOT+12,473 miles
PASS
Mileage108,892 miles
Since last MOT+128 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,764 miles
Since last MOT+16,135 miles
PASS
Mileage92,629 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

RegistrationWF55 SXJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeWF — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About WF55 SXJ

What car is WF55 SXJ?

WF55 SXJ is a beige Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Exeter in 2005.

What is the mileage of WF55 SXJ?

The last recorded mileage for WF55 SXJ was 200,674 miles, recorded on 7 Jul 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF55 SXJ passed its MOT?

WF55 SXJ has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 7 Jul 2021.

Is WF55 SXJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WF55 SXJ 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 WF55 SXJ?

WF55 SXJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.