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Volkswagen Passat

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

L1 SUWMOT history

L1 SUW is a blue diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 6 Jan 2009. Its MOT expired on 24 Nov 2022 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 171,711 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2021.

L1 SUW blue Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Nov 2022
Mileage
171,711 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2021
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,097 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L1 SUW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
6 Jan 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

L1 SUW was last recorded at 171,711 miles on 25 Nov 2021, 11,410 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,301 miles · 16 Jan 2020
Between the last two tests
11,410 miles
Average per year
9,097 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 171,711 miles
  • 2020 – 160,301 miles
  • 2018 – 145,964 miles
  • 2016 – 129,818 miles
  • 2015 – 121,151 miles
  • 2014 – 114,497 miles
  • 2012 – 104,115 miles
  • 2011 – 81,223 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,711 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin emissions too low to detect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

12 tests since 15 Dec 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,711 miles (+11,410)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    171,711 miles
    Test number
    201133553386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
  2. Pass160,301 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    160,301 miles
    Test number
    661436001164
    • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Fail160,301 miles (+14,337)1 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,301 miles
    Test number
    859561570813
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass145,964 miles (+184)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    145,964 miles
    Test number
    255679067018
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin emissions too low to detect (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Fail145,780 miles (+15,962)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,780 miles
    Test number
    194266009698
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin emissions too low to detect (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass129,818 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    129,818 miles
    Test number
    397895947355
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  7. Fail129,818 miles (+8,667)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,818 miles
    Test number
    400621925348
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  8. Pass121,151 miles (+6,654)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    121,151 miles
    Test number
    705173355116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  9. Pass114,497 miles (+10,382)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    114,497 miles
    Test number
    805803154132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass104,115 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    104,115 miles
    Test number
    446474662470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail104,115 miles (+22,892)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,115 miles
    Test number
    396294962358
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
  12. Pass81,223 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    81,223 miles
    Test number
    569809841381
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth rear tyres out of shape on inner edges

Questions about L1 SUW

Does L1 SUW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L1 SUW expired on 24 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L1 SUW?
The MOT on L1 SUW expired on 24 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L1 SUW done?
L1 SUW was recorded at 171,711 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2021, an average of 9,097 miles a year.
Has L1 SUW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L1 SUW has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2020.
Has the mileage on L1 SUW 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 L1 SUW find?
L1 SUW passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2021 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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