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WR55 WZO

2005 Volkswagen Passat · Diesel · 1896cc

Silver Registered in Bristol, West of England · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2005
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 2005 Volkswagen Passat Diesel 1896cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 180,979 miles on the clock, averaging 8,834 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 WR55 WZO

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
180,979
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2008
89%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
8,834

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 reading180,979 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,591
Average per year8,834
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WR55 WZO 32k69k106k144k181k '08'25'17

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage180,979 miles
Since last MOT+3,591 miles
PASS
Mileage177,388 miles
Since last MOT+6,788 miles
PASS
Mileage170,600 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage170,592 miles
Since last MOT+2,681 miles
PASS
Mileage167,911 miles
Since last MOT+3,807 miles
PASS
Mileage164,104 miles
Since last MOT+4,659 miles
PASS
Mileage159,445 miles
Since last MOT+9,113 miles
PASS
Mileage150,332 miles
Since last MOT+10,370 miles
PASS
Mileage139,962 miles
Since last MOT+11,908 miles
PASS
Mileage128,054 miles
Since last MOT+9,532 miles
PASS
Mileage118,522 miles
Since last MOT+12,869 miles
PASS
Mileage105,653 miles
Since last MOT+18,959 miles
PASS
Mileage86,694 miles
Since last MOT+13,252 miles
PASS
Mileage73,442 miles
Since last MOT+3,976 miles
PASS
Mileage69,466 miles
Since last MOT+9,083 miles
PASS
Mileage60,383 miles
Since last MOT+15,202 miles
PASS
Mileage45,181 miles
Since last MOT+13,624 miles
PASS
Mileage31,557 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,557 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

RegistrationWR55 WZO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeWR — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About WR55 WZO

What car is WR55 WZO?

WR55 WZO is a silver Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2005.

What is the mileage of WR55 WZO?

The last recorded mileage for WR55 WZO was 180,979 miles, recorded on 11 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WR55 WZO passed its MOT?

WR55 WZO has had 19 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (17 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 11 Nov 2025.

Is WR55 WZO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WR55 WZO 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 WR55 WZO?

WR55 WZO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.