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Black · Diesel · 2014 · 1,968 cc

L40 JCRMOT history

L40 JCR is a black diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 30 Jun 2014. Its MOT is valid until 8 Feb 2027 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 142,244 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

L40 JCR black Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Feb 2027
Mileage
142,244 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
12,492 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 JCR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
30 Jun 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 JCR was last recorded at 142,244 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,238 miles · 15 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
12,492 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,244 miles
  • 2025 – 131,721 miles
  • 2024 – 121,343 miles
  • 2023 – 111,035 miles
  • 2022 – 98,451 miles
  • 2021 – 86,225 miles
  • 2020 – 74,051 miles
  • 2019 – 59,441 miles
  • 2018 – 44,904 miles
  • 2017 – 30,477 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,244 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.

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

14 tests since 9 Feb 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,244 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    142,244 miles
    Test number
    970633037820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail142,238 miles (+10,517)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,238 miles
    Test number
    347709768324
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/s headlight dim possible bulb not fitted correctly
  3. Pass131,721 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    131,721 miles
    Test number
    292507609796
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail131,721 miles (+10,378)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,721 miles
    Test number
    351745284012
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass121,343 miles (+10,308)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    121,343 miles
    Test number
    410141611920

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass111,035 miles (+12,584)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    111,035 miles
    Test number
    393260410118
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  7. Pass98,451 miles (+12,226)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    98,451 miles
    Test number
    155868021437
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  8. Pass86,225 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    86,225 miles
    Test number
    873447596009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  9. Fail86,224 miles (+12,173)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,224 miles
    Test number
    405900082064
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  10. Pass74,051 miles (+66)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    74,051 miles
    Test number
    471445394221
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  11. Fail73,985 miles (+14,544)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,985 miles
    Test number
    276702211619
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  12. Pass59,441 miles (+14,537)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    59,441 miles
    Test number
    529983463171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass44,904 miles (+14,427)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    44,904 miles
    Test number
    241746233211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass30,477 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    30,477 miles
    Test number
    400284421753
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L40 JCR

Does L40 JCR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 JCR is valid until 8 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 JCR?
The MOT on L40 JCR is valid until 8 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 JCR done?
L40 JCR was recorded at 142,244 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 12,492 miles a year.
Has L40 JCR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 JCR has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L40 JCR 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 L40 JCR find?
L40 JCR passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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