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WN55 PNJ

2005 Volkswagen Passat · Diesel · 1896cc

Blue Registered in Bristol, West of England · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2005
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 2005 Volkswagen Passat Diesel 1896cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 9 (61% pass rate). It has 121,521 miles on the clock, averaging 6,686 miles per year, below 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 WN55 PNJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
121,521
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2008
61%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
6,686

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading121,521 miles
Reading date
Miles last year54
Average per year6,686
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WN55 PNJ 28k51k75k98k122k '08'22'16

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage121,521 miles
Since last MOT+54 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,467 miles
Since last MOT+7,151 miles
PASS
Mileage114,316 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage114,316 miles
Since last MOT+1,040 miles
PASS
Mileage113,276 miles
Since last MOT+54 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,222 miles
Since last MOT+2,103 miles
PASS
Mileage111,119 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,119 miles
Since last MOT+3,977 miles
PASS
Mileage107,142 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,142 miles
Since last MOT+6,239 miles
PASS
Mileage100,903 miles
Since last MOT+7,748 miles
PASS
Mileage93,155 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,155 miles
Since last MOT+8,088 miles
PASS
Mileage85,067 miles
Since last MOT+7,582 miles
PASS
Mileage77,485 miles
Since last MOT+8,029 miles
PASS
Mileage69,456 miles
Since last MOT+6,354 miles
PASS
Mileage63,102 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,102 miles
Since last MOT+10,346 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,756 miles
Since last MOT+7,976 miles
PASS
Mileage44,780 miles
Since last MOT+8,580 miles
PASS
Mileage36,200 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage36,200 miles
Since last MOT+8,535 miles
PASS
Mileage27,665 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

RegistrationWN55 PNJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeWN — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About WN55 PNJ

What car is WN55 PNJ?

WN55 PNJ is a blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2005.

What is the mileage of WN55 PNJ?

The last recorded mileage for WN55 PNJ was 121,521 miles, recorded on 13 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WN55 PNJ passed its MOT?

WN55 PNJ has had 23 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (14 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 13 Oct 2022.

Is WN55 PNJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WN55 PNJ 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 WN55 PNJ?

WN55 PNJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.