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WN03 JFF

2003 Volkswagen Passat · Diesel · 1896cc

Silver Registered in Bristol, West of England · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2003
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 2003 Volkswagen Passat Diesel 1896cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 140,791 miles on the clock, averaging 9,360 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 WN03 JFF

MOT Status
Due date passed
140,791
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
9,360

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading140,791 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,360
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WN03 JFF 37k63k89k115k141k '06'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage140,791 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage140,791 miles
Since last MOT+5,106 miles
PASS
Mileage135,685 miles
Since last MOT+759 miles
FAIL
Mileage134,926 miles
Since last MOT+7,697 miles
PASS
Mileage127,229 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,228 miles
Since last MOT+10,243 miles
PASS
Mileage116,985 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,983 miles
Since last MOT+10,871 miles
PASS
Mileage106,112 miles
Since last MOT+11,125 miles
PASS
Mileage94,987 miles
Since last MOT+536 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,451 miles
Since last MOT+8,215 miles
PASS
Mileage86,236 miles
Since last MOT+9,859 miles
PASS
Mileage76,377 miles
Since last MOT+7,436 miles
PASS
Mileage68,941 miles
Since last MOT+9,672 miles
PASS
Mileage59,269 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,269 miles
Since last MOT+12,001 miles
PASS
Mileage47,268 miles
Since last MOT+10,543 miles
PASS
Mileage36,725 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

RegistrationWN03 JFF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWN — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About WN03 JFF

What car is WN03 JFF?

WN03 JFF is a silver Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2003.

What is the mileage of WN03 JFF?

The last recorded mileage for WN03 JFF was 140,791 miles, recorded on 25 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WN03 JFF passed its MOT?

WN03 JFF has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 25 Mar 2017.

Is WN03 JFF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WN03 JFF is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is WN03 JFF?

WN03 JFF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.