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WO04 WAU

2004 Volkswagen Passat · Diesel · 1896cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2004
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 2004 Volkswagen Passat Diesel 1896cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 10 (60% pass rate). It has 190,876 miles on the clock, averaging 8,811 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 WO04 WAU

MOT Status
Due date passed
190,876
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2007
60%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 10 failed

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

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
8,811

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 reading190,876 miles
Reading date
Miles last year40
Average per year8,811
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WO04 WAU 54k88k122k157k191k '07'22'15

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage190,876 miles
Since last MOT+40 miles
FAIL
Mileage190,836 miles
Since last MOT+8,928 miles
PASS
Mileage181,908 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage181,908 miles
Since last MOT+7,793 miles
PASS
Mileage174,115 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage174,106 miles
Since last MOT+15,374 miles
PASS
Mileage158,732 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage158,732 miles
Since last MOT+11,556 miles
PASS
Mileage147,176 miles
Since last MOT+10,231 miles
PASS
Mileage136,945 miles
Since last MOT+7,744 miles
PASS
Mileage129,201 miles
Since last MOT+6,499 miles
PASS
Mileage122,702 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage122,702 miles
Since last MOT+10,258 miles
PASS
Mileage112,444 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,444 miles
Since last MOT+7,041 miles
PASS
Mileage105,403 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,403 miles
Since last MOT+4,659 miles
PASS
Mileage100,744 miles
Since last MOT+5,835 miles
PASS
Mileage94,909 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,909 miles
Since last MOT+4,975 miles
PASS
Mileage89,934 miles
Since last MOT+55 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,879 miles
Since last MOT+7,888 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,991 miles
Since last MOT+12,256 miles
PASS
Mileage69,735 miles
Since last MOT+15,977 miles
PASS
Mileage53,758 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

RegistrationWO04 WAU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeWO — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About WO04 WAU

What car is WO04 WAU?

WO04 WAU is a blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2004.

What is the mileage of WO04 WAU?

The last recorded mileage for WO04 WAU was 190,876 miles, recorded on 9 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WO04 WAU passed its MOT?

WO04 WAU has had 25 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (15 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 9 Nov 2022.

Is WO04 WAU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WO04 WAU 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 WO04 WAU?

WO04 WAU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.