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Volkswagen Passat

Black · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

LB02 NBXMOT history

LB02 NBX is a black diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 24 Jul 2002. Its MOT expired on 31 Jul 2022 and it has passed 15 of 29 MOT tests, with 182,431 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Jul 2022
Mileage
182,431 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2022
MOT tests
29
15 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,550 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB02 NBX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
24 Jul 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jul 2022
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB02 NBX was last recorded at 182,431 miles on 17 Aug 2022, 5,838 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
176,593 miles · 6 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
5,838 miles
Average per year
5,550 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 182,431 miles
  • 2021 – 176,593 miles
  • 2020 – 174,100 miles
  • 2019 – 170,506 miles
  • 2018 – 168,026 miles
  • 2017 – 164,951 miles
  • 2016 – 157,147 miles
  • 2015 – 151,871 miles
  • 2014 – 142,991 miles
  • 2013 – 136,575 miles
  • 2012 – 131,894 miles
  • 2011 – 125,179 miles
  • 2010 – 120,066 miles
  • 2009 – 113,921 miles
  • 2007 – 101,030 miles
  • 2006 – 93,854 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail182,431 miles
  • DangerousOffside Engine mounting excessively loose Gearbox support (6.1.8 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm also canvas showing (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn forward arm joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn forward arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension bump stop deteriorated
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to minimum 1.6mm and very thin on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension bump stop deteriorated

What MOT failures 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 registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

29 tests since 31 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail182,431 miles (+5,838)2 dangerous3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,431 miles
    Test number
    680629564664
    • DangerousOffside Engine mounting excessively loose Gearbox support (6.1.8 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm also canvas showing (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn forward arm joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn forward arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension bump stop deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to minimum 1.6mm and very thin on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension bump stop deteriorated

  2. Pass176,593 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    176,593 miles
    Test number
    631217768924
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail176,593 miles (+2,493)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,593 miles
    Test number
    881458778127
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass174,100 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    174,100 miles
    Test number
    264893401076
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail174,100 miles (+3,594)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,100 miles
    Test number
    210393623184
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass170,506 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    170,506 miles
    Test number
    157297981818
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail170,506 miles (+2,480)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,506 miles
    Test number
    841126007643
    • DangerousFront Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass168,026 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    168,026 miles
    Test number
    425990980291
    • AdvisoryBrake operation pressure/vacuum assistance close to minimum requirement (1.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body panel slightly loose wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail168,019 miles (+3,068)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,019 miles
    Test number
    691453685713
    • DangerousUndertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body panel slightly loose wheel arch panel (6.2.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass164,951 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    164,951 miles
    Test number
    213966334636
    • AdvisoryAdvise lift at o/s/f lower swivel joint slightly
    • AdvisoryAdvise rust appearing at n/s and o/s front wheel arhes
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail164,951 miles (+7,804)5 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,951 miles
    Test number
    295469650057
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryAdvise lift at o/s/f lower swivel joint slightly
    • AdvisoryAdvise rust appearing at n/s and o/s front wheel arhes
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass157,147 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    157,147 miles
    Test number
    625524459680
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged but not in drivers view of the road

  13. Fail157,147 miles (+5,276)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,147 miles
    Test number
    193040187137
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged but not in drivers view of the road

  14. Pass151,871 miles (+28)3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    151,871 miles
    Test number
    846181385174
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres are wearing their edges
    • NoteBoth nearside front upper arms inner bushes split
    • NoteBoth offside front upper arms inner bushes split

  15. Fail151,843 miles (+8,852)5 failures3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,843 miles
    Test number
    978464775191
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres are wearing their edges
    • NoteBoth nearside front upper arms inner bushes split
    • NoteBoth offside front upper arms inner bushes split

  16. Fail142,991 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,991 miles
    Test number
    227072684411
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass142,991 miles (+6,416)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    142,991 miles
    Test number
    268082084431
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass136,575 miles (+25)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    136,575 miles
    Test number
    857656173170
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth headlight lense deteriorated - beam images poor
    • NoteDamage to nearside rear light lense
    • NoteOffside rear number plate light dim

  19. Fail136,550 miles (+4,656)2 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,550 miles
    Test number
    547125773115
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth headlight lense deteriorated - beam images poor
    • NoteDamage to nearside rear light lense
    • NoteNearside front tyre close to limit - worn on edges, tread on edges not cut as deep
    • NoteOffside rear number plate light dim

  20. Pass131,894 miles (+6,715)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    131,894 miles
    Test number
    166739472164
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteBoth front outer cv boots damp around inner clip
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn low on edges
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn low on edges
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn low outer edge

  21. Pass125,179 miles (+2,062)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    125,179 miles
    Test number
    779995971135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteSideskirts are fitted to vehicle preventing outersill inspection.
    • NoteUndertray is hanging down towards offside

  22. Fail123,117 miles (+3,051)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,117 miles
    Test number
    647853471186
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteSideskirts are fitted to vehicle preventing outersill inspection.
    • NoteUndertray is hanging down towards offside

  23. Pass120,066 miles (+4)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    120,066 miles
    Test number
    332189160191
    • NoteAdvisory on perivous test no900218460130

  24. Fail120,062 miles (+6,141)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,062 miles
    Test number
    900218460130
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear lamp damp inside
    • NoteSlight damage to front number plate

  25. Pass113,921 miles (+12,891)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    113,921 miles
    Test number
    490075479151
    • NoteNearside rear light damp
    • NoteNsf headlight poor beam output

  26. Fail101,030 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,030 miles
    Test number
    340420007208
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteRear number plate deterioated †front number plate cracked †all front top arm inner bushes cracked †o/s/r tyre worn on edges

  27. Pass101,030 miles (+7,176)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    101,030 miles
    Test number
    432290807278
    • NoteRear number plate deterioated †front number plate cracked †all front top arm inner bushes cracked †o/s/r tyre worn on edges

  28. Pass93,854 miles (+477)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    93,854 miles
    Test number
    140032126274
    • NoteNsr light got condensation
    • NoteRear number plate starting to fade
    • NoteUnable to check rear seatbelts due to rear seats folded down

  29. Fail93,377 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,377 miles
    Test number
    492842316269
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LB02 NBX

Does LB02 NBX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB02 NBX expired on 31 Jul 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB02 NBX?
The MOT on LB02 NBX expired on 31 Jul 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB02 NBX done?
LB02 NBX was recorded at 182,431 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2022, an average of 5,550 miles a year.
Has LB02 NBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB02 NBX has failed 14 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LB02 NBX 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 LB02 NBX find?
LB02 NBX failed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2022 with 2 dangerous defects, 3 major defects, 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside engine mounting excessively loose gearbox support; offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm also canvas showing; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint excessively worn forward arm joint, and 10 more.

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