Volkswagen Passat Sel TSI S-A (2019)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 42 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£2,236

£186/month

MOT Pass Rate

88%

Good

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 18-32

1984cc Petrol

Solid Option

88% pass rate, £2,236/year to run. 6 points above average.

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Petrol1984cc7 years old42 tests34k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1984cc)

~36 mpg

£1,631

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

£350

Total per year£2,236

Per month£186/mo

Per week£43/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

88% MOT pass rate(Good)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's 6 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data.

88% of MOT tests on Volkswagen Passat Sel TSI S-As from 2019 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 5 years old. That's based on 42 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 34,060 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2019 models1084th of 1,380(bottom 22%)

Rank among Volkswagen models546th of 1,086(bottom half)

vs average of all models+6%(82% avg)

vs 2019 models average-2%(90% avg)

vs Volkswagen average+3%(85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

34,060

Average miles

37,000

Expected for age

The average 2019 Volkswagen Passat Sel TSI S-A had 34,060 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is in line with the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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Best Year to Buy?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2020 model has the highest MOT pass rate at 93%, while the 2021 model has the lowest at 89%. The 2019 scores 88%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.

Volkswagen Passat Sel TSI S-A by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2021	89%	162	43,117 mi
2020	93%	122	39,964 mi
2019	88%	42	34,060 mi

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2017 · 1596cc Petrol

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2019 · 1498cc Petrol

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About the 2019 Volkswagen Passat Sel TSI S-A

The 2019 Volkswagen Passat Sel TSI S-A is a family car. Our records list a 1984cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 42 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 22% of 2019 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 34,060 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Volkswagen Passat Sel TSI S-A owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2019 Volkswagen Passat Sel TSI 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 £1,631 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2019 Volkswagen Passat Sel TSI S-A?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,236 (£186/month), broken down as £1,631 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 88% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

Buying a Used 2019 Volkswagen Passat Sel TSI 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. If you're flexible on year, the 2020 model has the highest pass rate at 93%. Note: with only 42 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

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 Sel TSI S-A stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
Volkswagen Passat Sel TSI S-A(2019)	88%	£1,631	£200	Grp 18-32	£2,236
Ford Focus(2017)	89%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£2,003-£233
Volkswagen Golf(2019)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853-£383
Ford Kuga(2018)	90%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853-£383
MINI Cooper(2018)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853-£383

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2019 Volkswagen Passat Sel TSI S-A

Is the 2019 Volkswagen Passat Sel TSI S-A reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. 88% of MOT tests on 2019 Volkswagen Passat Sel TSI S-As ended in a pass, from 42 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 6 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2019 Volkswagen Passat Sel TSI S-A cost to run?

Our estimate is £2,236 a year (£186 a month): £1,631 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £350 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2019 Volkswagen Passat Sel TSI S-A?

88% of 42 MOT tests on the 2019 Volkswagen Passat Sel TSI S-A ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 1084th of 1,380 models first registered in 2019 (bottom 22%).

Which year Volkswagen Passat Sel TSI S-A has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2020 Volkswagen Passat Sel TSI S-A has the highest MOT pass rate at 93% and the 2021 the lowest at 89%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2019 Volkswagen Passat Sel TSI S-A?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2019 Volkswagen Passat Sel TSI S-A is 34,060 miles, which is in line with the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.