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VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT R-LINE ED TSI 4MOT S-A (2019)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 32 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,777

£148/month

MOT Pass Rate

91%

Excellent

Road Tax

£195

Flat rate/year

Insurance

Grp 18-32

1984cc Petrol

Great Choice

91% pass rate, £1777/year to run. 9 points above average.

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Petrol1984cc7 years old32 tests41k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1984cc)

~36 mpg

£1,327
Road Tax

Flat rate (post-2017)

£195
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200
Total per year£1,777
Per month£148/mo
Per week£34/wk

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

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Reliability Verdict

91% MOT pass rate(Excellent)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 9 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the VOLKSWAGEN brand average of 85%.

At 7 years old, 91% of VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT R-LINE ED TSI 4MOT S-As from 2019 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 32 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 41,243 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2019 cars783th of 1,419(top 55%)
Rank among VOLKSWAGEN models424th of 1,118(top 38%)
vs national average+9%(82% avg)
vs 2019 cars average+1%(90% avg)
vs VOLKSWAGEN average+6%(85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

41,243

Average miles

vs

51,800

Expected for age

The average 2019 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT R-LINE ED TSI 4MOT S-A has 41,243 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 51,800 miles for a 7-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT R-LINE ED TSI 4MOT S-A by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202077%3532,773 mi
201991%3241,243 mi

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About the 2019 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT R-LINE ED TSI 4MOT S-A

The 2019 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT R-LINE ED TSI 4MOT S-A is a family car with a 1984cc petrol engine. 32 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2019, the average MOT pass rate is 90%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 41,243 miles at 7 years old, VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT R-LINE ED TSI 4MOT S-A owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2019 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT R-LINE ED TSI 4MOT S-A Fuel Costs

The 1984cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,327 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2019 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT R-LINE ED TSI 4MOT S-A?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,777 148/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 91% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2019 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT R-LINE ED TSI 4MOT S-A

At 7 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. Note: with only 32 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2019 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT R-LINE ED TSI 4MOT S-A's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Timing Chain / Belt

Watch out

At 7 years old, check whether the timing belt has been replaced (typically due every 5-7 years or 60,000-100,000 miles). A snapped belt can destroy the engine.

Suspension Wear

Medium risk

Shock absorbers, springs, and anti-roll bar links typically need attention around this age. Listen for clunks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2019 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT R-LINE ED TSI 4MOT S-A stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT R-LINE ED TSI 4MOT S-A(2019)91%£1327£195Grp 18-32£1777
FORD FOCUS(2017)89%£1137£190Grp 12-25£1732-£45
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF(2019)92%£1137£190Grp 12-25£1582-£195
FORD KUGA(2018)90%£1137£190Grp 12-25£1582-£195
MINI COOPER(2018)92%£1137£190Grp 12-25£1582-£195

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

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