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Volkswagen Passat

Blue · Diesel · 1997 · 1,896 cc

L70 SBJMOT history

L70 SBJ is a blue diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 12 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 28 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 211,153 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Nov 2026
Mileage
211,153 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,165 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L70 SBJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
12 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L70 SBJ was last recorded at 211,153 miles on 21 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
211,153 miles · 20 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,165 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 211,153 miles
  • 2024 – 207,350 miles
  • 2023 – 204,715 miles
  • 2022 – 198,617 miles
  • 2021 – 193,992 miles
  • 2020 – 192,884 miles
  • 2019 – 189,797 miles
  • 2018 – 184,014 miles
  • 2017 – 178,937 miles
  • 2016 – 175,642 miles
  • 2015 – 174,666 miles
  • 2014 – 173,281 miles
  • 2013 – 169,687 miles
  • 2012 – 165,564 miles
  • 2011 – 161,257 miles
  • 2010 – 156,796 miles
  • 2009 – 147,877 miles
  • 2008 – 137,655 miles
  • 2007 – 125,302 miles
  • 2006 – 112,403 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass211,153 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both near side and off side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 9 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass211,153 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    211,153 miles
    Test number
    343943522535
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail211,153 miles (+3,803)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,153 miles
    Test number
    595186591593
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both frosted (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass207,350 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    207,350 miles
    Test number
    862257668952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail207,320 miles (+2,605)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,320 miles
    Test number
    379861229083
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass204,715 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    204,715 miles
    Test number
    584905845684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail204,684 miles (+6,067)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,684 miles
    Test number
    518608998532
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high Adjuster not working (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass198,617 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    198,617 miles
    Test number
    366697818882

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail198,616 miles (+4,624)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,616 miles
    Test number
    390363683278
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect No image (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect No image (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front left arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205-60-15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre Non Repairable

  9. Pass193,992 miles (+1,108)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    193,992 miles
    Test number
    712132677666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass192,884 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    192,884 miles
    Test number
    998823202430
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both near side and off side (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  11. Fail192,884 miles (+3,087)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,884 miles
    Test number
    429556710665
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine oily
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both near side and off side (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  12. Pass189,797 miles (+5,783)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    189,797 miles
    Test number
    240934422743
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass184,014 miles (+5,077)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    184,014 miles
    Test number
    745141287856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass178,937 miles (+3,295)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    178,937 miles
    Test number
    531310978911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass175,642 miles (+976)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    175,642 miles
    Test number
    615214752726

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass174,666 miles (+1,385)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    174,666 miles
    Test number
    716020084640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass173,281 miles (+3,594)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    173,281 miles
    Test number
    887437384262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass169,687 miles (+4,123)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    169,687 miles
    Test number
    985820883298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass165,564 miles (+4,307)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    165,564 miles
    Test number
    735684782228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass161,257 miles (+4,461)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    161,257 miles
    Test number
    168394961298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass156,796 miles (+183)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    156,796 miles
    Test number
    572878380260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail156,613 miles (+8,736)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,613 miles
    Test number
    830114880258
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass147,877 miles (+10,222)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    147,877 miles
    Test number
    832110089233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass137,655 miles (+12,353)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    137,655 miles
    Test number
    811773988202
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass125,302 miles (+12,899)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    125,302 miles
    Test number
    132419467247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass112,403 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    112,403 miles
    Test number
    610642686278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Questions about L70 SBJ

Does L70 SBJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L70 SBJ is valid until 28 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L70 SBJ?
The MOT on L70 SBJ is valid until 28 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L70 SBJ done?
L70 SBJ was recorded at 211,153 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2025, an average of 5,165 miles a year.
Has L70 SBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L70 SBJ has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on L70 SBJ 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 L70 SBJ find?
L70 SBJ passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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