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Volkswagen Passat

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LB05 OEJMOT history

LB05 OEJ is a blue diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 20 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 166,019 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jun 2027
Mileage
166,019 mi
At MOT on 19 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,495 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 OEJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
20 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 OEJ was last recorded at 166,019 miles on 19 Jun 2026, 3,434 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,585 miles · 23 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
3,434 miles
Average per year
7,495 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,019 miles
  • 2025 – 162,585 miles
  • 2024 – 160,145 miles
  • 2023 – 154,410 miles
  • 2022 – 150,580 miles
  • 2021 – 139,884 miles
  • 2020 – 129,148 miles
  • 2019 – 120,308 miles
  • 2018 – 111,393 miles
  • 2017 – 103,823 miles
  • 2016 – 97,032 miles
  • 2015 – 89,665 miles
  • 2014 – 81,826 miles
  • 2013 – 70,037 miles
  • 2012 – 61,157 miles
  • 2011 – 53,570 miles
  • 2010 – 43,128 miles
  • 2009 – 42,461 miles
  • 2008 – 31,996 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,019 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryElectronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to the under-body and suspension components
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))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.

  • Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Both rear tyres stepped on inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 1 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,019 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    166,019 miles
    Test number
    684677688299
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryElectronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to the under-body and suspension components
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail166,019 miles (+3,434)1 repaired2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,019 miles
    Test number
    938032497285
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryElectronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to the under-body and suspension components
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass162,585 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    162,585 miles
    Test number
    585461267088
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail162,585 miles (+2,440)2 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,585 miles
    Test number
    833435312576
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass160,145 miles (+5,735)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    160,145 miles
    Test number
    369672092938
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass154,410 miles (+3,830)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2024
    Odometer
    154,410 miles
    Test number
    428359008368
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass150,580 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2023
    Odometer
    150,580 miles
    Test number
    489666165878
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail150,572 miles (+10,688)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,572 miles
    Test number
    346903090967
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass139,884 miles (+10,736)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2022
    Odometer
    139,884 miles
    Test number
    372957155631
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass129,148 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2021
    Odometer
    129,148 miles
    Test number
    424118172550

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail129,148 miles (+8,840)4 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,148 miles
    Test number
    676869455761
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 215/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass120,308 miles (+8,915)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    120,308 miles
    Test number
    652243675149
    • 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))

  13. Pass111,393 miles (+65)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    111,393 miles
    Test number
    603865244749
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres stepped on inner edges

  14. Fail111,328 miles (+7,505)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,328 miles
    Test number
    341707227454
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 215/55/16 (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres stepped on inner edges

  15. Pass103,823 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    103,823 miles
    Test number
    331440311262
    • AdvisoryBoth front bottom arm front bushes worn
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slight distortion on inner edges

  16. Fail103,823 miles (+6,791)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,823 miles
    Test number
    104390003420
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front bottom arm front bushes worn
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slight distortion on inner edges

  17. Pass97,032 miles (+7,367)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    97,032 miles
    Test number
    734171424304
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres on legal limit 215/55/16
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front bottom arm front bushes

  18. Pass89,665 miles (+7,839)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2016
    Odometer
    89,665 miles
    Test number
    898745125160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass81,826 miles (+11,789)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2015
    Odometer
    81,826 miles
    Test number
    246371324459
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass70,037 miles (+8,880)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2014
    Odometer
    70,037 miles
    Test number
    827164423157
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass61,157 miles (+7,587)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2013
    Odometer
    61,157 miles
    Test number
    175766522177
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass53,570 miles (+10,442)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    53,570 miles
    Test number
    267304321112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass43,128 miles (+667)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2011
    Odometer
    43,128 miles
    Test number
    754735520112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass42,461 miles (+10,465)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    42,461 miles
    Test number
    332310239370
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Pass31,996 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    31,996 miles
    Test number
    953264418200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 OEJ

Does LB05 OEJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 OEJ is valid until 22 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 OEJ?
The MOT on LB05 OEJ is valid until 22 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 OEJ done?
LB05 OEJ was recorded at 166,019 miles at its MOT on 19 Jun 2026, an average of 7,495 miles a year.
Has LB05 OEJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 OEJ has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LB05 OEJ 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 LB05 OEJ find?
LB05 OEJ passed its latest MOT on 19 Jun 2026 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both sides; registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated, and 6 more.

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