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Volkswagen Passat

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 1,968 cc

L3 KFWMOT history

L3 KFW is a black diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 25 Mar 2010. Its MOT is valid until 8 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 52,568 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2026.

L3 KFW black Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Sept 2027
Mileage
52,568 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2026
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,074 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 KFW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
25 Mar 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 KFW was last recorded at 52,568 miles on 20 Aug 2026, 2,782 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
49,786 miles · 22 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,782 miles
Average per year
3,074 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 52,568 miles
  • 2025 – 49,786 miles
  • 2024 – 47,246 miles
  • 2023 – 44,960 miles
  • 2022 – 41,930 miles
  • 2021 – 39,592 miles
  • 2020 – 38,183 miles
  • 2019 – 35,278 miles
  • 2018 – 32,245 miles
  • 2017 – 30,090 miles
  • 2016 – 27,187 miles
  • 2015 – 20,608 miles
  • 2014 – 16,106 miles
  • 2013 – 11,571 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,568 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

16 tests since 19 Apr 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass52,568 miles (+2,782)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    52,568 miles
    Test number
    797121495108
    • MinorNearside Rear All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Pass49,786 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    49,786 miles
    Test number
    806145737212
    • MinorNearside Rear All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear spring arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Fail49,786 miles (+2,540)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,786 miles
    Test number
    148958767098
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear spring arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass47,246 miles (+2,286)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    47,246 miles
    Test number
    928888353435
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm 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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass44,960 miles (+3,030)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    44,960 miles
    Test number
    613036963807
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass41,930 miles (+2,338)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    41,930 miles
    Test number
    936239877215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush is un bonding but no play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush is un bonding but no play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
  7. Pass39,592 miles (+1,409)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    39,592 miles
    Test number
    624538570198
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
  8. Pass38,183 miles (+2,905)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    38,183 miles
    Test number
    925003411317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass35,278 miles (+3,033)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    35,278 miles
    Test number
    769826539425
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryX2 both rear outer position lamps led's deteriorated but not more than 50 %
  10. Pass32,245 miles (+2,155)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    32,245 miles
    Test number
    545673339315
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% Led's deteriorate (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% Led's deteriorate (1.1.A.3b)
  11. Pass30,090 miles (+2,903)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    30,090 miles
    Test number
    949452884159
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  12. Pass27,187 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    27,187 miles
    Test number
    510166211807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail27,187 miles (+6,579)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,187 miles
    Test number
    417864897767
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
  14. Pass20,608 miles (+4,502)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    20,608 miles
    Test number
    219579575028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass16,106 miles (+4,535)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    16,106 miles
    Test number
    316634984035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass11,571 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    11,571 miles
    Test number
    776149203111
    • NoteFront wiper blades worn

Questions about L3 KFW

Does L3 KFW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 KFW is valid until 8 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L3 KFW?
The MOT on L3 KFW is valid until 8 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L3 KFW done?
L3 KFW was recorded at 52,568 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2026, an average of 3,074 miles a year.
Has L3 KFW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 KFW has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on L3 KFW 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 KFW find?
L3 KFW passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside rear all position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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