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Volkswagen Passat

Black · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

L16 LFAMOT history

L16 LFA is a black diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 27 Nov 2002. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 143,912 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Nov 2025.

L16 LFA black Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
143,912 mi
At MOT on 17 Nov 2025
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,973 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 LFA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
27 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 LFA was last recorded at 143,912 miles on 17 Nov 2025, 4,007 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,905 miles · 25 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,007 miles
Average per year
5,973 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 143,912 miles
  • 2024 – 139,905 miles
  • 2023 – 127,644 miles
  • 2022 – 119,789 miles
  • 2021 – 107,337 miles
  • 2020 – 103,869 miles
  • 2019 – 97,780 miles
  • 2018 – 94,486 miles
  • 2017 – 90,594 miles
  • 2016 – 86,651 miles
  • 2015 – 80,877 miles
  • 2014 – 76,094 miles
  • 2013 – 71,977 miles
  • 2012 – 65,908 miles
  • 2011 – 60,432 miles
  • 2010 – 54,846 miles
  • 2009 – 47,934 miles
  • 2008 – 41,850 miles
  • 2007 – 34,956 miles
  • 2006 – 30,529 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,912 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

30 tests since 24 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,912 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    143,912 miles
    Test number
    389422169561
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail143,912 miles (+4,007)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,912 miles
    Test number
    416783920268
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass139,905 miles (+12,261)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    139,905 miles
    Test number
    939297481776
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass127,644 miles (+258)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    127,644 miles
    Test number
    579790287806
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail127,386 miles (+7,597)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,386 miles
    Test number
    518233530068
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass119,789 miles (+12,452)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    119,789 miles
    Test number
    802877964179
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged Interior (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth dipped beam patterns weak
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass107,337 miles (+3,468)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    107,337 miles
    Test number
    977195495473
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass103,869 miles (+6,089)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    103,869 miles
    Test number
    323555596366
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on edges and contains nail in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking on outer edge and nail in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass97,780 miles (+3,294)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    97,780 miles
    Test number
    405131212197
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp images weak
    • AdvisorySlight wear in ns/f upper suspension arm bush also os/f upper

  10. Pass94,486 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    94,486 miles
    Test number
    797152741016
    • AdvisoryFront tyres badly worn on inner edges

  11. Fail94,486 miles (+3,892)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,486 miles
    Test number
    271121920689
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres badly worn on inner edges

  12. Pass90,594 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    90,594 miles
    Test number
    594907778859
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing badly on inner edges
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing low
    • AdvisoryOs/r brake binding very slightly

  13. Fail90,594 miles (+3,943)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,594 miles
    Test number
    820674500668
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing badly on inner edges
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing low
    • AdvisoryOs/r brake binding very slightly

  14. Pass86,651 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    86,651 miles
    Test number
    995221219051
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail86,651 miles (+5,774)4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,651 miles
    Test number
    592973587632
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both . (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass80,877 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    80,877 miles
    Test number
    284774788713
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail80,875 miles (+4,781)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,875 miles
    Test number
    481917190677
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective Light on dash (5.4.1)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working Side light (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass76,094 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    76,094 miles
    Test number
    179309124363
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  19. Fail76,094 miles (+4,117)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,094 miles
    Test number
    405479624443
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  20. Pass71,977 miles (+39)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    71,977 miles
    Test number
    268658733310
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  21. Fail71,938 miles (+6,030)3 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,938 miles
    Test number
    206713733310
    • DangerousAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • DangerousOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  22. Pass65,908 miles (+5,476)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    65,908 miles
    Test number
    988198822360
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass60,432 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    60,432 miles
    Test number
    378342131374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass60,424 miles (+5,578)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    60,424 miles
    Test number
    347378221302
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs worn
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine/gearbox under sheild damaged & loose
    • NoteO/S/R tyre has cuts in tyre walls

  25. Pass54,846 miles (+6,912)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    54,846 miles
    Test number
    870381130368
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  26. Pass47,934 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    47,934 miles
    Test number
    291163929325
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  27. Fail47,930 miles (+6,080)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,930 miles
    Test number
    122753929301
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  28. Pass41,850 miles (+6,894)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    41,850 miles
    Test number
    511942938378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass34,956 miles (+4,427)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    34,956 miles
    Test number
    811720437313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass30,529 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    30,529 miles
    Test number
    461358726442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L16 LFA

Does L16 LFA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 LFA is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L16 LFA?
The MOT on L16 LFA is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 LFA done?
L16 LFA was recorded at 143,912 miles at its MOT on 17 Nov 2025, an average of 5,973 miles a year.
Has L16 LFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 LFA has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on L16 LFA 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 L16 LFA find?
L16 LFA passed its latest MOT on 17 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: rear coil spring corroded.

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