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Volkswagen Passat

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

K68 LESMOT history

K68 LES is a grey diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 26 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 3 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 154,593 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

K68 LES grey Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Sept 2027
Mileage
154,593 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,294 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K68 LES
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
26 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K68 LES was last recorded at 154,593 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,593 miles · 2 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,294 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,593 miles
  • 2025 – 152,322 miles
  • 2024 – 145,222 miles
  • 2023 – 138,979 miles
  • 2022 – 131,205 miles
  • 2021 – 122,378 miles
  • 2020 – 118,941 miles
  • 2019 – 114,653 miles
  • 2018 – 107,324 miles
  • 2017 – 100,493 miles
  • 2016 – 92,890 miles
  • 2015 – 85,987 miles
  • 2014 – 76,650 miles
  • 2013 – 67,688 miles
  • 2012 – 58,443 miles
  • 2011 – 45,929 miles
  • 2010 – 36,003 miles
  • 2009 – 30,421 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,593 miles
  • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

29 tests since 26 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,593 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    154,593 miles
    Test number
    995877328260
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail154,593 miles (+19)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,593 miles
    Test number
    514075992004
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorRegistration plate inscription illegible front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail154,574 miles (+2,252)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,574 miles
    Test number
    842684556819
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn bushes have split away from the arms (all three arms.) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn bushes have split away from the arms (all three arms.) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate inscription illegible front and rear plates damaged (0.1 (b))
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass152,322 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    152,322 miles
    Test number
    768822142635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail152,305 miles (+7,083)2 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,305 miles
    Test number
    338168275775
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded + suspension components

  6. Pass145,222 miles (+6,243)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2025
    Odometer
    145,222 miles
    Test number
    666409466504
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Link rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Suspension arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slight irregular wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass138,979 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2024
    Odometer
    138,979 miles
    Test number
    325868101967
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail138,979 miles (+7,774)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,979 miles
    Test number
    126119059394
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass131,205 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2023
    Odometer
    131,205 miles
    Test number
    908226189289
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail131,205 miles (+8,827)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,205 miles
    Test number
    300960980825
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both fronts (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass122,378 miles (+3,437)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2022
    Odometer
    122,378 miles
    Test number
    963274813245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass118,941 miles (+4,288)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    118,941 miles
    Test number
    217544823813
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arms - front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass114,653 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    114,653 miles
    Test number
    724821666727
    • AdvisoryInner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL 4 TYRES (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement INNER REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement INNER REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Fail114,653 miles (+7,329)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,653 miles
    Test number
    429242584477
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested BOTH (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryInner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL 4 TYRES (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement INNER REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement INNER REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  15. Pass107,324 miles (+6,831)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    107,324 miles
    Test number
    917077990429
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  16. Pass100,493 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    100,493 miles
    Test number
    280998898687
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryO/sf seat belt buckle casing missing

  17. Fail100,493 miles (+7,603)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,493 miles
    Test number
    112940543001
    • FailureFuel hose leaking near tank (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryO/sf seat belt buckle casing missing
    • AdvisoryRear tyres feathering on inner edges

  18. Pass92,890 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    92,890 miles
    Test number
    911431073757
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Fail92,890 miles (+6,903)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,890 miles
    Test number
    666318671886
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush forward inner (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush inner forward (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Pass85,987 miles (+9,337)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    85,987 miles
    Test number
    855254285167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass76,650 miles (+8,962)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    76,650 miles
    Test number
    718348064100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass67,688 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    67,688 miles
    Test number
    859001573165
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn low on inner edges

  23. Fail67,688 miles (+9,245)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,688 miles
    Test number
    767040773122
    • FailureElectronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn low on inner edges

  24. Pass58,443 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    58,443 miles
    Test number
    228241382170
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail58,443 miles (+12,514)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,443 miles
    Test number
    798521182151
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass45,929 miles (+9,926)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    45,929 miles
    Test number
    447211261118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass36,003 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    36,003 miles
    Test number
    870384870168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail36,002 miles (+5,581)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,002 miles
    Test number
    274933470472
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass30,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    30,421 miles
    Test number
    621648339275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K68 LES

Does K68 LES currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K68 LES is valid until 3 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on K68 LES?
The MOT on K68 LES is valid until 3 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K68 LES done?
K68 LES was recorded at 154,593 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 7,294 miles a year.
Has K68 LES ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K68 LES has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on K68 LES 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 K68 LES find?
K68 LES passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides worn, and 4 more.

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