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Volkswagen Passat

Grey · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

LB04 SJYMOT history

LB04 SJY is a grey diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 20 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 3 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 72,889 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Sept 2027
Mileage
72,889 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,128 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 SJY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
20 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 SJY was last recorded at 72,889 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,884 miles · 26 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
3,128 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,889 miles
  • 2025 – 71,330 miles
  • 2023 – 67,104 miles
  • 2021 – 42,864 miles
  • 2020 – 41,312 miles
  • 2019 – 38,988 miles
  • 2018 – 38,042 miles
  • 2017 – 37,519 miles
  • 2016 – 36,037 miles
  • 2015 – 35,295 miles
  • 2014 – 34,228 miles
  • 2013 – 32,387 miles
  • 2012 – 28,610 miles
  • 2011 – 24,315 miles
  • 2010 – 21,549 miles
  • 2009 – 19,199 miles
  • 2008 – 15,454 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,889 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Engine cover and tray obstruction under side of components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

29 tests since 24 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,889 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    72,889 miles
    Test number
    803931785729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail72,884 miles (+1,554)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,884 miles
    Test number
    929383505301
    • MajorCentral Front Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective reel seized (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front arm joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no beam pattern dip beam (4.1.2 (c))

  3. Pass71,330 miles (+113)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    71,330 miles
    Test number
    970666309305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail71,217 miles (+4,113)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,217 miles
    Test number
    446094168839
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass67,104 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    67,104 miles
    Test number
    156653926942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail67,104 miles (+13,803)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,104 miles
    Test number
    989778769606
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure tightened securing nut up (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour new bulb fitted (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass53,301 miles (+10,437)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    53,301 miles
    Test number
    339683609689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass42,864 miles (+66)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    42,864 miles
    Test number
    607909301764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail42,798 miles (+153)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,798 miles
    Test number
    547594479206
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault wheel speed sensor not working (1.6 (b))

  10. Fail42,645 miles (+1,333)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,645 miles
    Test number
    842517602935
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged tyres walls worn and nail in outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Pass41,312 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    41,312 miles
    Test number
    321484677341
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs; outer faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail41,312 miles (+2,324)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,312 miles
    Test number
    868751763904
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs; outer faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass38,988 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    38,988 miles
    Test number
    883307019447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail38,982 miles (+940)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,982 miles
    Test number
    213588526613
    • MajorFront Headlamp levelling device inoperative Both front headlamps have no levelling adjustment and no beam image pattern (4.1.5 (a))

  15. Pass38,042 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    38,042 miles
    Test number
    738575362141
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and tray obstruction under side of components

  16. Fail38,038 miles (+519)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,038 miles
    Test number
    468346628935
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and tray obstruction under side of components

  17. Pass37,519 miles (+1,482)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    37,519 miles
    Test number
    269058619196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and tray obstruction underside of components

  18. Pass36,037 miles (+742)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    36,037 miles
    Test number
    264303689339
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside seal covers fitted

  19. Pass35,295 miles (+1,067)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    35,295 miles
    Test number
    855194595056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass34,228 miles (+1,841)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    34,228 miles
    Test number
    269319394051
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvice damage on outer walls of both rear tyres

  21. Pass32,387 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    32,387 miles
    Test number
    189243493489
    • NoteOffside front tyre bald on inner tread
    • NoteOffside rear tyre on 3mm and perishing on sidewall

  22. Fail32,387 miles (+3,777)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,387 miles
    Test number
    676952793024
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOffside front tyre bald on inner tread
    • NoteOffside rear tyre on 3mm and perishing on sidewall

  23. Pass28,610 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    28,610 miles
    Test number
    806667702107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNearside front track rod end rubber split
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has slight sidewall damage
    • NoteOffside rear tyre on 3mm and cracking

  24. Fail28,610 miles (+4,295)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,610 miles
    Test number
    175624902136
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNearside front track rod end rubber split
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has slight sidewall damage
    • NoteOffside rear tyre on 3mm and cracking

  25. Pass24,315 miles (+2,766)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    24,315 miles
    Test number
    269265701493
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  26. Pass21,549 miles (+2,350)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    21,549 miles
    Test number
    571909910173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass19,199 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    19,199 miles
    Test number
    234697919464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail19,199 miles (+3,745)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,199 miles
    Test number
    552494719183
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  29. Pass15,454 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    15,454 miles
    Test number
    720435218196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 SJY

Does LB04 SJY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 SJY is valid until 3 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB04 SJY?
The MOT on LB04 SJY is valid until 3 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 SJY done?
LB04 SJY was recorded at 72,889 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 3,128 miles a year.
Has LB04 SJY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 SJY has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LB04 SJY 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 SJY find?
LB04 SJY passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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