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Volkswagen Passat

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LB05 VFXMOT history

LB05 VFX is a blue diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 15 Jul 2005. Its MOT expired on 30 Jun 2026 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 101,669 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Jun 2026
Mileage
101,669 mi
At MOT on 20 Jun 2025
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,715 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 VFX
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
15 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 VFX was last recorded at 101,669 miles on 20 Jun 2025, 113 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,556 miles · 7 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
113 miles
Average per year
4,715 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 101,669 miles
  • 2024 – 97,653 miles
  • 2023 – 94,810 miles
  • 2022 – 89,128 miles
  • 2021 – 84,976 miles
  • 2020 – 81,208 miles
  • 2019 – 76,468 miles
  • 2018 – 71,766 miles
  • 2017 – 67,329 miles
  • 2016 – 63,082 miles
  • 2015 – 58,888 miles
  • 2014 – 53,738 miles
  • 2013 – 48,222 miles
  • 2012 – 43,369 miles
  • 2011 – 38,465 miles
  • 2010 – 33,307 miles
  • 2009 – 28,051 miles
  • 2008 – 21,592 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,669 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

  • Engine cover fitted

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2016–2020

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2016–2020

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 26 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,669 miles (+113)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    101,669 miles
    Test number
    760948701428
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail101,556 miles (+3,903)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,556 miles
    Test number
    626428474935
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm inner mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass97,653 miles (+2,843)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    97,653 miles
    Test number
    406908196960
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass94,810 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    94,810 miles
    Test number
    370002169785
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Fail94,810 miles (+5,682)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,810 miles
    Test number
    118280867784
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass89,128 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    89,128 miles
    Test number
    912031383398
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp lens deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Fail89,128 miles (+4,152)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,128 miles
    Test number
    633197139172
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp lens deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass84,976 miles (+48)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    84,976 miles
    Test number
    468446988737
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Borderline pass - in poor condition (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside & Offside front outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot deteriorated

  9. Fail84,928 miles (+3,720)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,928 miles
    Test number
    496739013037
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended unable to plug in (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit plate value 0.80 1/m (limit) - Average reading 1.76 1/m - Oil temp time of test 80c (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect to low no beam image (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both front - lens deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Borderline pass - in poor condition (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside & Offside front outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot deteriorated

  10. Pass81,208 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    81,208 miles
    Test number
    211627682801
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective beam pattern weak (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective beam pattern weak (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoot stiff to open/close
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  11. Fail81,208 miles (+4,740)1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,208 miles
    Test number
    571178022694
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective beam pattern weak (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective beam pattern weak (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoot stiff to open/close
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  12. Pass76,468 miles (+4,702)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    76,468 miles
    Test number
    891848471952
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective pattern weak (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective pattern weak (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Pass71,766 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    71,766 miles
    Test number
    997176688449
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front dip beam patterns weak
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  14. Fail71,766 miles (+4,437)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,766 miles
    Test number
    645287747268
    • MajorBrake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front dip beam patterns weak
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Pass67,329 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    67,329 miles
    Test number
    608655602000
    • AdvisoryDip beam patterns weak due to headlamp plastic deteriorated
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/60/16 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
    • AdvisoryVehicle smoking during test

  16. Fail67,329 miles (+4,247)1 dangerous2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,329 miles
    Test number
    776375689219
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/60/16 (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryDip beam patterns weak due to headlamp plastic deteriorated
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/60/16 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
    • AdvisoryVehicle smoking during test

  17. Pass63,082 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    63,082 miles
    Test number
    548617549764
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryO/d front upper rear arm inner mounting bush deteriated and slight movement
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s front anti roll bar drop link bushes deteriating
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s headlamp lenses deteriated and effect beam image output is reduced
    • AdvisoryO/s rear tyre treads starting to distort on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriated, but still readable
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  18. Fail63,082 miles (+4,194)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,082 miles
    Test number
    655843953367
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryO/d front upper rear arm inner mounting bush deteriated and slight movement
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s front anti roll bar drop link bushes deteriating
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s headlamp lenses deteriated and effect beam image output is reduced
    • AdvisoryO/s rear tyre treads starting to distort on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriated, but still readable
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  19. Pass58,888 miles (+5,150)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    58,888 miles
    Test number
    697927285186
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre tread worn, distorting on outter edge and near limit

  20. Pass53,738 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    53,738 miles
    Test number
    369083594153
    • NoteN/s rear tyre tread feathering on outter edge
    • NoteRear number deteriated, but still readable

  21. Fail53,738 miles (+5,516)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,738 miles
    Test number
    768212794114
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteN/s front tyre tread worn on edges and on limit
    • NoteN/s rear tyre tread feathering on outter edge
    • NoteRear number deteriated, but still readable

  22. Pass48,222 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    48,222 miles
    Test number
    179319873165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear registration plate discloured

  23. Fail48,222 miles (+4,853)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,222 miles
    Test number
    229579973467
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear registration plate discloured

  24. Pass43,369 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    43,369 miles
    Test number
    886751572148
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail43,369 miles (+4,904)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,369 miles
    Test number
    287191872410
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass38,465 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    38,465 miles
    Test number
    595640691111
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Fail38,465 miles (+5,158)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,465 miles
    Test number
    549230191198
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass33,307 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    33,307 miles
    Test number
    310753880140
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Fail33,307 miles (+5,256)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,307 miles
    Test number
    833653480178
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass28,051 miles (+6,459)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    28,051 miles
    Test number
    350067489167
    • NoteFront brake pads and discs worn
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing low

  31. Pass21,592 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    21,592 miles
    Test number
    631088578105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 VFX

Does LB05 VFX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 VFX expired on 30 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 VFX?
The MOT on LB05 VFX expired on 30 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 VFX done?
LB05 VFX was recorded at 101,669 miles at its MOT on 20 Jun 2025, an average of 4,715 miles a year.
Has LB05 VFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 VFX has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LB05 VFX 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 VFX find?
LB05 VFX passed its latest MOT on 20 Jun 2025 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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