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WN03 JRX

2003 Volkswagen Passat · Diesel · 1896cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2003
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 2003 Volkswagen Passat Diesel 1896cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 211,247 miles on the clock, averaging 13,469 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 JRX

MOT Status
Due date passed
211,247
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
13,469

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 reading211,247 miles
Reading date
Miles last year13,148
Average per year13,469
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WN03 JRX 56k95k134k172k211k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage211,247 miles
Since last MOT+13,148 miles
PASS
Mileage198,099 miles
Since last MOT+10,019 miles
PASS
Mileage188,080 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage188,080 miles
Since last MOT+9,771 miles
PASS
Mileage178,309 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage178,309 miles
Since last MOT+13,048 miles
PASS
Mileage165,261 miles
Since last MOT+18,527 miles
PASS
Mileage146,734 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage146,733 miles
Since last MOT+22,993 miles
PASS
Mileage123,740 miles
Since last MOT+16,866 miles
PASS
Mileage106,874 miles
Since last MOT+96 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,778 miles
Since last MOT+11,978 miles
PASS
Mileage94,800 miles
Since last MOT+10,818 miles
PASS
Mileage83,982 miles
Since last MOT+13,376 miles
PASS
Mileage70,606 miles
Since last MOT+14,793 miles
PASS
Mileage55,813 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

RegistrationWN03 JRX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourBlue
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 JRX

What car is WN03 JRX?

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

What is the mileage of WN03 JRX?

The last recorded mileage for WN03 JRX was 211,247 miles, recorded on 18 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WN03 JRX passed its MOT?

WN03 JRX has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 18 Oct 2017.

Is WN03 JRX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WN03 JRX 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 JRX?

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