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WR54 WJV

2004 Volkswagen Passat · Diesel · 1896cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourSilver
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 168,868 miles on the clock, averaging 10,748 miles per year, above 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 WJV

MOT Status
Due date passed
168,868
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2008
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
10,748

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading168,868 miles
Reading date
Miles last year54
Average per year10,748
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WR54 WJV 39k72k104k136k169k '08'20'15

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage168,868 miles
Since last MOT+54 miles
FAIL
Mileage168,814 miles
Since last MOT+10,517 miles
PASS
Mileage158,297 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage158,297 miles
Since last MOT+9,034 miles
PASS
Mileage149,263 miles
Since last MOT+8,636 miles
PASS
Mileage140,627 miles
Since last MOT+10,854 miles
PASS
Mileage129,773 miles
Since last MOT+10,147 miles
PASS
Mileage119,626 miles
Since last MOT+9,219 miles
PASS
Mileage110,407 miles
Since last MOT+10,580 miles
PASS
Mileage99,827 miles
Since last MOT+7,034 miles
PASS
Mileage92,793 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,781 miles
Since last MOT+14,387 miles
PASS
Mileage78,394 miles
Since last MOT+17,823 miles
PASS
Mileage60,571 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,571 miles
Since last MOT+21,357 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,214 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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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR54 WJV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourSilver
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 WJV

What car is WR54 WJV?

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

What is the mileage of WR54 WJV?

The last recorded mileage for WR54 WJV was 168,868 miles, recorded on 24 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WR54 WJV passed its MOT?

WR54 WJV has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 24 Mar 2020.

Is WR54 WJV ULEZ compliant?

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

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