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Volkswagen Passat

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,984 cc

L3 DCLMOT history

L3 DCL is a silver petrol Volkswagen Passat first used on 1 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 82,443 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2026.

L3 DCL silver Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jan 2027
Mileage
82,443 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,086 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 DCL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 DCL was last recorded at 82,443 miles on 9 Jan 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,438 miles · 5 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
3,086 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,443 miles
  • 2025 – 79,057 miles
  • 2024 – 75,283 miles
  • 2023 – 71,496 miles
  • 2022 – 68,747 miles
  • 2021 – 65,055 miles
  • 2019 – 60,583 miles
  • 2018 – 59,323 miles
  • 2017 – 58,383 miles
  • 2016 – 56,803 miles
  • 2015 – 55,329 miles
  • 2014 – 51,741 miles
  • 2013 – 48,676 miles
  • 2012 – 47,150 miles
  • 2011 – 46,094 miles
  • 2009 – 40,953 miles
  • 2008 – 32,655 miles
  • 2007 – 25,620 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,443 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 11 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,443 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    82,443 miles
    Test number
    386796570210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail82,438 miles (+3,381)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,438 miles
    Test number
    667238227847
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  3. Pass79,057 miles (+3,774)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    79,057 miles
    Test number
    504560850052
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass75,283 miles (+3,787)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    75,283 miles
    Test number
    349012421792
    • AdvisoryAll front suspension bushes worn
    • AdvisoryBoth flexi brake hoses perished
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks noted
    • AdvisoryF/o/s outer c.v gaitor perished weeping grease
    • AdvisoryWear noted on f/o/s steering arm

  5. Pass71,496 miles (+2,749)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    71,496 miles
    Test number
    521263866726
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass68,747 miles (+3,692)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    68,747 miles
    Test number
    391661857442
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Outer (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass65,055 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    65,055 miles
    Test number
    968982040389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail65,055 miles (+4,472)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,055 miles
    Test number
    417359738595
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass60,583 miles (+1,260)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    60,583 miles
    Test number
    838496793748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass59,323 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    59,323 miles
    Test number
    548790543335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail59,323 miles (+940)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,323 miles
    Test number
    157726424028
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

  12. Pass58,383 miles (+1,580)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    58,383 miles
    Test number
    108320131773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass56,803 miles (+1,474)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    56,803 miles
    Test number
    255034400122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass55,329 miles (+3,588)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    55,329 miles
    Test number
    297269065484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass51,741 miles (+3,065)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    51,741 miles
    Test number
    515528784122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail48,676 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,676 miles
    Test number
    417177373121
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass48,676 miles (+1,526)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    48,676 miles
    Test number
    816917173177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,150 miles (+1,056)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    47,150 miles
    Test number
    696875392036
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass46,094 miles (+5,141)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    46,094 miles
    Test number
    676342831068
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass40,953 miles (+8,298)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    40,953 miles
    Test number
    361337729454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,655 miles (+7,035)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    32,655 miles
    Test number
    754146938265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    25,620 miles
    Test number
    382353027494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L3 DCL

Does L3 DCL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 DCL is valid until 8 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L3 DCL?
The MOT on L3 DCL is valid until 8 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L3 DCL done?
L3 DCL was recorded at 82,443 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2026, an average of 3,086 miles a year.
Has L3 DCL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 DCL has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L3 DCL 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 L3 DCL find?
L3 DCL passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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