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Volkswagen Passat

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

LB04 BYHMOT history

LB04 BYH is a blue diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 13 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 7 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 298,847 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 May 2027
Mileage
298,847 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
11,426 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 BYH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
13 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 BYH was last recorded at 298,847 miles on 5 May 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
298,844 miles · 29 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
11,426 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 298,847 miles
  • 2025 – 293,378 miles
  • 2024 – 284,099 miles
  • 2023 – 277,835 miles
  • 2022 – 270,007 miles
  • 2021 – 263,217 miles
  • 2020 – 257,060 miles
  • 2019 – 245,410 miles
  • 2018 – 234,895 miles
  • 2017 – 223,535 miles
  • 2016 – 208,708 miles
  • 2015 – 197,124 miles
  • 2014 – 183,871 miles
  • 2013 – 171,316 miles
  • 2012 – 157,816 miles
  • 2011 – 141,478 miles
  • 2010 – 125,474 miles
  • 2009 – 110,071 miles
  • 2008 – 94,519 miles
  • 2007 – 79,422 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass298,847 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016

Full MOT history

30 tests since 20 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass298,847 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2027
    Odometer
    298,847 miles
    Test number
    369971888717
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail298,844 miles (+5,466)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    298,844 miles
    Test number
    631432396083
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass293,378 miles (+3)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    293,378 miles
    Test number
    759514635843
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • 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 rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail293,375 miles (+9,276)8 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    293,375 miles
    Test number
    699167616856
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside 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 Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • 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 rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass284,099 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2025
    Odometer
    284,099 miles
    Test number
    707145299004
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail284,098 miles (+6,263)3 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    284,098 miles
    Test number
    917000209330
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt clip missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury tail light (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass277,835 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    277,835 miles
    Test number
    832870598480
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail277,835 miles (+7,828)2 dangerous12 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    277,835 miles
    Test number
    997697545096
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system during test busted (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected stop light lens sharp edges (4.3.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside 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 Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn upper front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass270,007 miles (+3)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    270,007 miles
    Test number
    734130605669
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Mirror glass missing (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Fail270,004 miles (+6,787)7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    270,004 miles
    Test number
    308437531112
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing Fuel cap missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rearward bush (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 Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rearward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Mirror glass missing (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Pass263,217 miles (+93)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    263,217 miles
    Test number
    848201915116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail263,124 miles (+6,064)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    263,124 miles
    Test number
    288422568939
    • 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))

  13. Pass257,060 miles (+11,650)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    257,060 miles
    Test number
    365536502791
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx. 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx. 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass245,410 miles (+6)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    245,410 miles
    Test number
    788334324356
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Fail245,404 miles (+10,509)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,404 miles
    Test number
    945919163544
    • MajorBraking system leaking (1.1.3 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass234,895 miles (+11,360)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    234,895 miles
    Test number
    223788206202
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass223,535 miles (+14,827)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    223,535 miles
    Test number
    285256668165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass208,708 miles (+58)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    208,708 miles
    Test number
    355000926589
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail208,650 miles (+11,526)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,650 miles
    Test number
    120988633828
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass197,124 miles (+13,253)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    197,124 miles
    Test number
    848598645047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass183,871 miles (+23)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    183,871 miles
    Test number
    387442854096
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Fail183,848 miles (+12,532)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,848 miles
    Test number
    365989244068
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass171,316 miles (+282)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    171,316 miles
    Test number
    496469243076
    • NotePads on 3.0 mm

  24. Fail171,034 miles (+13,218)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,034 miles
    Test number
    338385243052
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePads on 3.0 mm

  25. Pass157,816 miles (+16,338)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    157,816 miles
    Test number
    427226042001
    • NoteN/s hedlite poorly secured
    • NoteSlite leak to o/s & n/s front shocks

  26. Pass141,478 miles (+16,004)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    141,478 miles
    Test number
    808491141068
    • NoteScuttle well under battery full of water

  27. Pass125,474 miles (+15,403)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    125,474 miles
    Test number
    404987940072
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass110,071 miles (+15,552)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    110,071 miles
    Test number
    810606339077
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake pad warning lamp on

  29. Pass94,519 miles (+15,097)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    94,519 miles
    Test number
    880810258080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass79,422 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    79,422 miles
    Test number
    954291557027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 BYH

Does LB04 BYH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 BYH is valid until 7 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB04 BYH?
The MOT on LB04 BYH is valid until 7 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 BYH done?
LB04 BYH was recorded at 298,847 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 11,426 miles a year.
Has LB04 BYH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 BYH has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LB04 BYH 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 LB04 BYH find?
LB04 BYH passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm; oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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