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Volkswagen Passat

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

LB08 SYCMOT history

LB08 SYC is a blue diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 20 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 23 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 173,599 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Mar 2027
Mileage
173,599 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,716 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 SYC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
20 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 SYC was last recorded at 173,599 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 2,760 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,839 miles · 20 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,760 miles
Average per year
9,716 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 173,599 miles
  • 2025 – 170,839 miles
  • 2024 – 166,555 miles
  • 2023 – 161,685 miles
  • 2022 – 155,432 miles
  • 2021 – 147,754 miles
  • 2020 – 141,767 miles
  • 2019 – 133,276 miles
  • 2018 – 125,527 miles
  • 2017 – 113,540 miles
  • 2016 – 101,265 miles
  • 2015 – 85,550 miles
  • 2014 – 68,954 miles
  • 2013 – 51,851 miles
  • 2012 – 33,988 miles
  • 2011 – 29,828 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,599 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Under body covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 6 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,599 miles (+2,760)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    173,599 miles
    Test number
    587685690770
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass170,839 miles (+4,284)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    170,839 miles
    Test number
    740033006540
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass166,555 miles (+4,870)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    166,555 miles
    Test number
    955080027318
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  4. Pass161,685 miles (+6,253)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    161,685 miles
    Test number
    509900007396
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEml light on

  5. Pass155,432 miles (+7,678)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    155,432 miles
    Test number
    389019658296
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine management lamp on

  6. Pass147,754 miles (+5,987)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    147,754 miles
    Test number
    461067527965
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass141,767 miles (+8,491)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    141,767 miles
    Test number
    990865963586

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass133,276 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    133,276 miles
    Test number
    280206856106
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers fitted

  9. Fail133,275 miles (+7,748)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,275 miles
    Test number
    224757928815
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers fitted

  10. Pass125,527 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    125,527 miles
    Test number
    566290000871
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  11. Fail125,527 miles (+11,987)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,527 miles
    Test number
    977108825984
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Outer 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 Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Pass113,540 miles (+12,275)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    113,540 miles
    Test number
    192023999231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass101,265 miles (+15,715)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    101,265 miles
    Test number
    556485047543
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass85,550 miles (+16,596)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    85,550 miles
    Test number
    858434525093
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass68,954 miles (+17,103)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    68,954 miles
    Test number
    555829304014
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass51,851 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    51,851 miles
    Test number
    465018713023
    • NoteNearside rear tyre out of shape

  17. Fail51,851 miles (+17,863)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,851 miles
    Test number
    688138513012
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre out of shape

  18. Pass33,988 miles (+4,160)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    33,988 miles
    Test number
    498332132090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,828 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    29,828 miles
    Test number
    857167651192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 SYC

Does LB08 SYC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 SYC is valid until 23 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 SYC?
The MOT on LB08 SYC is valid until 23 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 SYC done?
LB08 SYC was recorded at 173,599 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 9,716 miles a year.
Has LB08 SYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 SYC has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2019.
Has the mileage on LB08 SYC 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 SYC find?
LB08 SYC passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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