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Volkswagen Passat Bluemotion TDI 105 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Volkswagen Passat Bluemotion TDI 105 reliable? We analysed 273 real MOT tests across 156 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 273 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
84.6%
Typical Mileage
139,123mi
Annual Mileage
8,672mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Volkswagen Passat Bluemotion TDI 105 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Volkswagen Passat Bluemotion TDI 105.

Specifications

Volkswagen Passat Bluemotion TDI 105 — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Volkswagen Passat Bluemotion TDI 105 — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

1968cc
Engine
105bhp
Power
12.4sec
0–62 mph
48.7mpg
Combined
137g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
1968cc
Power
105 BHP
0–62 mph
12.4 sec
Fuel type
Diesel

Body & Dimensions

Body type
Car
Common colour
Red
Wheel plan
2 Axle Rigid Body

Fuel Economy

Combined
48.7 mpg
Urban
36.2 mpg
Extra-urban
58.9 mpg
Fuel cost / 12k mi
£1988

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
137 g/km Band E
Emission class
4
Road tax (12 mo.)
£145
Road tax (6 mo.)
£79.75
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · DVSA fuel-economy database · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Volkswagen Passat Bluemotion TDI 105 record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Volkswagen Passat Bluemotion TDI 105 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Volkswagen Passat Bluemotion TDI 105. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Volkswagen Passat Bluemotion TDI 105 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Volkswagen Passat Bluemotion TDI 105 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,149 mi/yr
Typical
8,672 mi/yr
Average
10,204 mi/yr
Heavy usage
11,927 mi/yr

Volkswagen Passat Bluemotion TDI 105 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Volkswagen Passat Bluemotion TDI 105 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
139,123 mi
75th Percentile
176,062 mi
95th Percentile
229,418 mi
Max Recorded
1,421,914 mi

How Does the Volkswagen Passat Bluemotion TDI 105 Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Volkswagen Passat Bluemotion TDI 105 THIS CAR 84.6% 273 139,123 mi — yrs
Volkswagen Golf 74.9% 22,270,993 83,305 mi 37 yrs
Volkswagen Polo 72.9% 14,598,296 60,351 mi 35 yrs
Volkswagen Passat 73.5% 6,960,690 105,632 mi 32 yrs
Peugeot 308 GT Bluehdi S/s Auto 90.9% 276 32,956 mi — yrs

Compared to the Volkswagen Golf (74.9% pass rate) and the Volkswagen Polo (72.9% pass rate), the Volkswagen Passat Bluemotion TDI 105 outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Volkswagen Passat Bluemotion TDI 105?

The Volkswagen Passat Bluemotion TDI 105 has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.6% across 273 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Volkswagen Passat Bluemotion TDI 105 owner drives around 8,672 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Volkswagen Passat Bluemotion TDI 105 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Volkswagen Passat Bluemotion TDI 105 reliable?
Based on 273 MOT tests, the Volkswagen Passat Bluemotion TDI 105 has a 84.6% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Volkswagen Passat Bluemotion TDI 105?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Volkswagen Passat Bluemotion TDI 105 do per year?
The typical Volkswagen Passat Bluemotion TDI 105 does around 8,672 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Volkswagen Passat Bluemotion TDI 105 last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Volkswagen Passat Bluemotion TDI 105?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.