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Volkswagen Passat

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

LA55 CDXMOT history

LA55 CDX is a grey diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 28 Jan 2006. Its MOT expired on 9 Jul 2024 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 253,777 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2023.

LA55 CDX grey Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 9 Jul 2024
Mileage
253,777 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2023
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
16,132 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 CDX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
28 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 CDX was last recorded at 253,777 miles on 26 Jun 2023, 10,741 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
243,036 miles · 15 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
10,741 miles
Average per year
16,132 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 253,777 miles
  • 2022 – 243,036 miles
  • 2021 – 234,104 miles
  • 2020 – 228,722 miles
  • 2019 – 219,313 miles
  • 2018 – 207,918 miles
  • 2017 – 193,092 miles
  • 2016 – 177,241 miles
  • 2015 – 156,728 miles
  • 2014 – 129,474 miles
  • 2013 – 96,976 miles
  • 2012 – 68,468 miles
  • 2011 – 42,857 miles
  • 2010 – 29,745 miles
  • 2009 – 20,800 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass253,777 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder (3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (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 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil nearside and offside.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside rear arm bushs. (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 15 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass253,777 miles (+10,741)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    253,777 miles
    Test number
    230711754765
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass243,036 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    243,036 miles
    Test number
    423074166654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail243,036 miles (+8,932)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    243,036 miles
    Test number
    877075052551
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass234,104 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    234,104 miles
    Test number
    946162392138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail234,096 miles (+5,374)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,096 miles
    Test number
    792860838274
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205 60 15 h (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass228,722 miles (+9,409)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    228,722 miles
    Test number
    401357262505
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  7. Pass219,313 miles (+11,395)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    219,313 miles
    Test number
    341563285887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass207,918 miles (+14,826)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    207,918 miles
    Test number
    858529172333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass193,092 miles (+15,851)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    193,092 miles
    Test number
    243886272802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass177,241 miles (+86)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    177,241 miles
    Test number
    756616871951
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil nearside and offside. (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside rear arm bushs. (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail177,155 miles (+20,427)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,155 miles
    Test number
    679798885005
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on tread. (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure in inner side wall. (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil nearside and offside. (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside rear arm bushs. (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass156,728 miles (+27,254)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    156,728 miles
    Test number
    238618985417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass129,474 miles (+32,498)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    129,474 miles
    Test number
    675811394194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass96,976 miles (+28,508)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    96,976 miles
    Test number
    379762563174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass68,468 miles (+25,611)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    68,468 miles
    Test number
    119125762145
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to wear to inner edges

  16. Pass42,857 miles (+3,191)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    42,857 miles
    Test number
    539607361154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,666 miles (+9,921)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    39,666 miles
    Test number
    147993411085
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass29,745 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    29,745 miles
    Test number
    243915710086
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside rear light lens cover broken

  19. Fail29,745 miles (+8,945)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,745 miles
    Test number
    922164010061
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside rear light lens cover broken

  20. Pass20,800 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    20,800 miles
    Test number
    633705019042
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LA55 CDX

Does LA55 CDX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA55 CDX expired on 9 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA55 CDX?
The MOT on LA55 CDX expired on 9 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA55 CDX done?
LA55 CDX was recorded at 253,777 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2023, an average of 16,132 miles a year.
Has LA55 CDX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 CDX has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on LA55 CDX 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 LA55 CDX find?
LA55 CDX passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2023 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear arm; driver's view items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 6 more.

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