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Volkswagen Passat

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LB03 FCVMOT history

LB03 FCV is a silver diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 9 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 22 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 171,700 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Sept 2027
Mileage
171,700 mi
At MOT on 12 Sept 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,555 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 FCV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
9 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 FCV was last recorded at 171,700 miles on 12 Sept 2026, 6,875 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,825 miles · 6 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
6,875 miles
Average per year
7,555 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 171,700 miles
  • 2025 – 164,825 miles
  • 2024 – 156,259 miles
  • 2023 – 146,931 miles
  • 2022 – 140,118 miles
  • 2021 – 133,065 miles
  • 2020 – 126,693 miles
  • 2019 – 117,441 miles
  • 2018 – 110,658 miles
  • 2017 – 104,086 miles
  • 2016 – 97,373 miles
  • 2015 – 87,830 miles
  • 2014 – 78,772 miles
  • 2013 – 72,228 miles
  • 2012 – 66,720 miles
  • 2011 – 59,372 miles
  • 2010 – 54,291 miles
  • 2009 – 49,615 miles
  • 2008 – 43,124 miles
  • 2007 – 33,368 miles
  • 2006 – 18,411 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,700 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass171,700 miles (+6,875)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    171,700 miles
    Test number
    348716352292
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass164,825 miles (+8,566)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    164,825 miles
    Test number
    322741440571
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass156,259 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    156,259 miles
    Test number
    774814730070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail156,256 miles (+9,325)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,256 miles
    Test number
    821456338062
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested Due to leak (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass146,931 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    146,931 miles
    Test number
    923116489728
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail146,930 miles (+6,812)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,930 miles
    Test number
    775696034858
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust sleeve split (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass140,118 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    140,118 miles
    Test number
    456572375134
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective To Centre exhaust sleeve split (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail140,118 miles (+7,053)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,118 miles
    Test number
    167799148396
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective To Centre exhaust sleeve split (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass133,065 miles (+6,372)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    133,065 miles
    Test number
    568732726679
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Centre to rear box sleeve corroded and split (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gear change shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass126,693 miles (+9,252)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    126,693 miles
    Test number
    465769406131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass117,441 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    117,441 miles
    Test number
    402920210327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail117,441 miles (+6,783)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,441 miles
    Test number
    773232762687
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass110,658 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    110,658 miles
    Test number
    868384791581
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Fail110,658 miles (+6,572)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,658 miles
    Test number
    873962825347
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  15. Pass104,086 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    104,086 miles
    Test number
    315027153959
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Fail104,086 miles (+6,713)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,086 miles
    Test number
    404380910793
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Pass97,373 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    97,373 miles
    Test number
    792079746229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail97,362 miles (+9,532)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,362 miles
    Test number
    154656741759
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  19. Pass87,830 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    87,830 miles
    Test number
    778709665124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail87,830 miles (+9,058)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,830 miles
    Test number
    316149365183
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass78,772 miles (+6,544)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    78,772 miles
    Test number
    989186874114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass72,228 miles (+5,508)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    72,228 miles
    Test number
    566377073141
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass66,720 miles (+7,348)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    66,720 miles
    Test number
    717778772180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass59,372 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    59,372 miles
    Test number
    648888971102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail59,340 miles (+5,049)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,340 miles
    Test number
    536659561136
    • FailureFront Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass54,291 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    54,291 miles
    Test number
    893681160189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail54,291 miles (+4,676)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,291 miles
    Test number
    420511860191
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  28. Pass49,615 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    49,615 miles
    Test number
    121180079186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail49,610 miles (+6,486)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,610 miles
    Test number
    333489569129
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  30. Pass43,124 miles (+9,756)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    43,124 miles
    Test number
    183158558138
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  31. Pass33,368 miles (+14,957)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    33,368 miles
    Test number
    113239657151
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  32. Fail18,411 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,411 miles
    Test number
    730899546184
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NotePitting front b/disks edges

  33. Pass18,411 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    18,411 miles
    Test number
    754619446163
    • NotePitting front b/disks edges

Questions about LB03 FCV

Does LB03 FCV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 FCV is valid until 22 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB03 FCV?
The MOT on LB03 FCV is valid until 22 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB03 FCV done?
LB03 FCV was recorded at 171,700 miles at its MOT on 12 Sept 2026, an average of 7,555 miles a year.
Has LB03 FCV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 FCV has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LB03 FCV 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 LB03 FCV find?
LB03 FCV passed its latest MOT on 12 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play front.

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