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WR54 UXE

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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 204,201 miles on the clock, averaging 8,667 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 WR54 UXE

MOT Status
Due date passed
204,201
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2007
75%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
8,667

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading204,201 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,857
Average per year8,667
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WR54 UXE 122k142k163k184k204k '07'17'13

Check WR54 UXE

Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage204,201 miles
Since last MOT+7,857 miles
PASS
Mileage196,344 miles
Since last MOT+5,344 miles
PASS
Mileage191,000 miles
Since last MOT+4,168 miles
PASS
Mileage186,832 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage186,828 miles
Since last MOT+4,521 miles
PASS
Mileage182,307 miles
Since last MOT+5,702 miles
PASS
Mileage176,605 miles
Since last MOT+12,740 miles
FAIL
Mileage163,865 miles
Since last MOT+15,700 miles
PASS
Mileage148,165 miles
Since last MOT+12,121 miles
PASS
Mileage136,044 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage136,033 miles
Since last MOT+14,125 miles
PASS
Mileage121,908 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

RegistrationWR54 UXE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeWR — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About WR54 UXE

What car is WR54 UXE?

WR54 UXE is a blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2004.

What is the mileage of WR54 UXE?

The last recorded mileage for WR54 UXE was 204,201 miles, recorded on 12 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WR54 UXE passed its MOT?

WR54 UXE has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Jun 2017.

Is WR54 UXE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WR54 UXE 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 WR54 UXE?

WR54 UXE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.