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Volkswagen Passat

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

K31 SSSMOT history

K31 SSS is a silver diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 27 Feb 2012. Its MOT is valid until 4 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 116,338 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

K31 SSS silver Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Passat, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 May 2027
Mileage
116,338 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,676 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K31 SSS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
27 Feb 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K31 SSS was last recorded at 116,338 miles on 5 May 2026, 52 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,286 miles · 29 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
52 miles
Average per year
6,676 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,338 miles
  • 2025 – 106,560 miles
  • 2024 – 98,548 miles
  • 2023 – 90,666 miles
  • 2022 – 84,736 miles
  • 2020 – 76,314 miles
  • 2019 – 65,009 miles
  • 2018 – 61,816 miles
  • 2017 – 57,541 miles
  • 2016 – 49,041 miles
  • 2015 – 41,220 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,338 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

15 tests since 2 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,338 miles (+52)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2027
    Odometer
    116,338 miles
    Test number
    167756841995
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail116,286 miles (+9,726)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,286 miles
    Test number
    312743854232
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass106,560 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    106,560 miles
    Test number
    365432256714
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NSF and OSF (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NSF and OSF (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail106,559 miles (+8,011)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,559 miles
    Test number
    898037321711
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NSF and OSF (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NSF and OSF (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass98,548 miles (+7,882)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    98,548 miles
    Test number
    355755558086
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass90,666 miles (+5,930)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    90,666 miles
    Test number
    219400190701
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  7. Pass84,736 miles (+8,422)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    84,736 miles
    Test number
    751501692941
    • AdvisoryDoor hinges stiff-service required,osr tyre inner tread very low,boot area wet,exhaust clamp poor,suspension-springs rusting
  8. Pass76,314 miles (+5,690)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    76,314 miles
    Test number
    499458048274
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush separating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush separating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass70,624 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    70,624 miles
    Test number
    681357018869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail70,620 miles (+5,611)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,620 miles
    Test number
    446469283718
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  11. Pass65,009 miles (+3,193)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    65,009 miles
    Test number
    845845837235
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre side wall slight deteriorated (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  12. Pass61,816 miles (+4,275)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    61,816 miles
    Test number
    839834441684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass57,541 miles (+8,500)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    57,541 miles
    Test number
    227075477731
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit all tyres worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all disks (3.5.1i)
  14. Pass49,041 miles (+7,821)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    49,041 miles
    Test number
    154621266463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass41,220 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    41,220 miles
    Test number
    737813635003
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about K31 SSS

Does K31 SSS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K31 SSS is valid until 4 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on K31 SSS?
The MOT on K31 SSS is valid until 4 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K31 SSS done?
K31 SSS was recorded at 116,338 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 6,676 miles a year.
Has K31 SSS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K31 SSS has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on K31 SSS ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on K31 SSS find?
K31 SSS passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play.

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