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WN04 UXR

2004 Volkswagen Passat · Diesel · 1896cc

Grey Registered in Bristol, West of England · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourGrey
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 2004 Volkswagen Passat Diesel 1896cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 179,556 miles on the clock, averaging 8,340 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 WN04 UXR

MOT Status
Due date passed
179,556
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2007
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
8,340

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 reading179,556 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,543
Average per year8,340
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WN04 UXR 74k100k127k153k180k '07'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage179,556 miles
Since last MOT+9,543 miles
PASS
Mileage170,013 miles
Since last MOT+9,294 miles
PASS
Mileage160,719 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage160,719 miles
Since last MOT+14,015 miles
PASS
Mileage146,704 miles
Since last MOT+9,452 miles
FAIL
Mileage137,252 miles
Since last MOT+7,458 miles
PASS
Mileage129,794 miles
Since last MOT+6,006 miles
PASS
Mileage123,788 miles
Since last MOT+114 miles
FAIL
Mileage123,674 miles
Since last MOT+7,659 miles
PASS
Mileage116,015 miles
Since last MOT+7,938 miles
PASS
Mileage108,077 miles
Since last MOT+4,866 miles
PASS
Mileage103,211 miles
Since last MOT+3,220 miles
PASS
Mileage99,991 miles
Since last MOT+8,802 miles
PASS
Mileage91,189 miles
Since last MOT+17,335 miles
PASS
Mileage73,854 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

RegistrationWN04 UXR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeWN — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About WN04 UXR

What car is WN04 UXR?

WN04 UXR is a grey Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2004.

What is the mileage of WN04 UXR?

The last recorded mileage for WN04 UXR was 179,556 miles, recorded on 7 Dec 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WN04 UXR passed its MOT?

WN04 UXR has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Dec 2019.

Is WN04 UXR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WN04 UXR is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is WN04 UXR?

WN04 UXR is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.