2005 Volkswagen Passat 1.9L Diesel · BD05 XEB
2005 Volkswagen Passat (1.9L, diesel). First registered 08 Jun 2005. Recorded mileage 123,980 miles. MOT expired on 21 Sept 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 21 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 123,980 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BD05 XEB Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/09/2025
- 123,980 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 9 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BD05 XEB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volkswagen Passat (BD05 XEB) between September 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 26 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (9 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 26 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
BD05 XEB Mileage History
- 23/09/2022115,626 mi
- 14/09/2023117,867 mi+2,241 mi
- 11/09/2024120,476 mi+2,609 mi
- 16/09/2025123,980 mi+3,504 mi
Average of roughly 2,802 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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