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WR05 YLE

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 19 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 136,548 miles on the clock, averaging 6,789 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 YLE

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
136,548
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2008
83%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
6,789

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading136,548 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,523
Average per year6,789
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WR05 YLE 16k46k76k106k137k '08'26'16

Check WR05 YLE

Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage136,548 miles
Since last MOT+6,523 miles
PASS
Mileage130,025 miles
Since last MOT+7,893 miles
PASS
Mileage122,132 miles
Since last MOT+8,307 miles
PASS
Mileage113,825 miles
Since last MOT+5,527 miles
PASS
Mileage108,298 miles
Since last MOT+9,201 miles
PASS
Mileage99,097 miles
Since last MOT+3,812 miles
PASS
Mileage95,285 miles
Since last MOT+5,738 miles
PASS
Mileage89,547 miles
Since last MOT+4,847 miles
PASS
Mileage84,700 miles
Since last MOT+5,910 miles
PASS
Mileage78,790 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,789 miles
Since last MOT+6,158 miles
PASS
Mileage72,631 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,631 miles
Since last MOT+7,498 miles
PASS
Mileage65,133 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,133 miles
Since last MOT+9,933 miles
PASS
Mileage55,200 miles
Since last MOT+9,274 miles
PASS
Mileage45,926 miles
Since last MOT+8,462 miles
PASS
Mileage37,464 miles
Since last MOT+8,958 miles
PASS
Mileage28,506 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage28,503 miles
Since last MOT+3,440 miles
PASS
Mileage25,063 miles
Since last MOT+4,819 miles
PASS
Mileage20,244 miles
Since last MOT+4,709 miles
PASS
Mileage15,535 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 YLE
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 YLE

What car is WR05 YLE?

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

What is the mileage of WR05 YLE?

The last recorded mileage for WR05 YLE was 136,548 miles, recorded on 17 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WR05 YLE passed its MOT?

WR05 YLE has had 23 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (19 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 Apr 2026.

Is WR05 YLE ULEZ compliant?

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

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