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Volkswagen Passat

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

LB08 RFNMOT history

LB08 RFN is a black diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 13 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 23 Jul 2025 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 189,303 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Jul 2025
Mileage
189,303 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2024
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
12,151 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 RFN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
13 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 RFN was last recorded at 189,303 miles on 23 Jul 2024, 213 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
189,090 miles · 17 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
213 miles
Average per year
12,151 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 189,303 miles
  • 2023 – 176,645 miles
  • 2022 – 157,537 miles
  • 2021 – 132,575 miles
  • 2020 – 119,242 miles
  • 2019 – 112,836 miles
  • 2018 – 106,482 miles
  • 2017 – 98,917 miles
  • 2016 – 88,974 miles
  • 2015 – 77,174 miles
  • 2014 – 65,174 miles
  • 2013 – 52,754 miles
  • 2012 – 40,175 miles
  • 2011 – 29,092 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass189,303 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 17 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass189,303 miles (+213)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    189,303 miles
    Test number
    386976836527
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail189,090 miles (+12,445)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,090 miles
    Test number
    329415782629
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass176,645 miles (+268)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    176,645 miles
    Test number
    361225793710
    • 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 bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail176,377 miles (+18,840)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,377 miles
    Test number
    119831723463
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened fluctuating (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (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 bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass157,537 miles (+33)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    157,537 miles
    Test number
    812341444605
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail157,504 miles (+24,929)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,504 miles
    Test number
    193092889355
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass132,575 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    132,575 miles
    Test number
    193496986762
    • 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. Fail132,571 miles (+13,329)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,571 miles
    Test number
    245820972401
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  9. Pass119,242 miles (+6,406)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    119,242 miles
    Test number
    574948011069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass112,836 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    112,836 miles
    Test number
    409874297877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail112,835 miles (+6,353)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,835 miles
    Test number
    250522090249
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • 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))

  12. Pass106,482 miles (+7,565)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    106,482 miles
    Test number
    537158827732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass98,917 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    98,917 miles
    Test number
    817590893419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail98,916 miles (+9,942)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,916 miles
    Test number
    114000536626
    • FailureElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

  15. Pass88,974 miles (+11,800)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    88,974 miles
    Test number
    896968446273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass77,174 miles (+12,000)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    77,174 miles
    Test number
    408189945132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass65,174 miles (+12,420)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    65,174 miles
    Test number
    266074974483
    • 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)

  18. Pass52,754 miles (+12,579)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    52,754 miles
    Test number
    699053573144
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass40,175 miles (+11,083)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    40,175 miles
    Test number
    525865132142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,092 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    29,092 miles
    Test number
    295777431179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 RFN

Does LB08 RFN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 RFN expired on 23 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 RFN?
The MOT on LB08 RFN expired on 23 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 RFN done?
LB08 RFN was recorded at 189,303 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2024, an average of 12,151 miles a year.
Has LB08 RFN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 RFN has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LB08 RFN 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 LB08 RFN find?
LB08 RFN passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2024 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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