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WR05 CNU

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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 156,298 miles on the clock, averaging 5,842 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 WR05 CNU

MOT Status
Due date passed
156,298
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2008
86%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
5,842

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading156,298 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,042
Average per year5,842
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WR05 CNU 85k103k121k139k156k '08'20'14

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage156,298 miles
Since last MOT+4,042 miles
PASS
Mileage152,256 miles
Since last MOT+4,947 miles
PASS
Mileage147,309 miles
Since last MOT+4,771 miles
PASS
Mileage142,538 miles
Since last MOT+4,844 miles
PASS
Mileage137,694 miles
Since last MOT+3,702 miles
PASS
Mileage133,992 miles
Since last MOT+4,147 miles
FAIL
Mileage129,845 miles
Since last MOT+5,214 miles
PASS
Mileage124,631 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage124,628 miles
Since last MOT+3,660 miles
PASS
Mileage120,968 miles
Since last MOT+3,717 miles
PASS
Mileage117,251 miles
Since last MOT+3,979 miles
PASS
Mileage113,272 miles
Since last MOT+4,605 miles
PASS
Mileage108,667 miles
Since last MOT+23,464 miles
PASS
Mileage85,203 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

RegistrationWR05 CNU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeWR — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About WR05 CNU

What car is WR05 CNU?

WR05 CNU is a blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2005.

What is the mileage of WR05 CNU?

The last recorded mileage for WR05 CNU was 156,298 miles, recorded on 10 Jul 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WR05 CNU passed its MOT?

WR05 CNU has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 10 Jul 2020.

Is WR05 CNU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WR05 CNU 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 WR05 CNU?

WR05 CNU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.