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Volkswagen Passat

Red · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LB52 JWPMOT history

LB52 JWP is a red diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 23 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 19 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 253,468 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Dec 2026
Mileage
253,468 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
10,059 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 JWP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
23 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 JWP was last recorded at 253,468 miles on 28 Nov 2025, 1,822 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
251,646 miles · 28 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,822 miles
Average per year
10,059 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 253,468 miles
  • 2024 – 251,646 miles
  • 2023 – 249,725 miles
  • 2022 – 246,884 miles
  • 2021 – 244,092 miles
  • 2020 – 240,676 miles
  • 2019 – 237,417 miles
  • 2018 – 231,782 miles
  • 2017 – 226,870 miles
  • 2016 – 217,866 miles
  • 2015 – 206,726 miles
  • 2014 – 194,960 miles
  • 2013 – 183,949 miles
  • 2012 – 171,562 miles
  • 2011 – 156,141 miles
  • 2010 – 138,854 miles
  • 2009 – 120,363 miles
  • 2008 – 103,631 miles
  • 2007 – 82,440 miles
  • 2006 – 62,813 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass253,468 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Exhaust tailpipe metal hanger fractured but system still adequately supported

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 15 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass253,468 miles (+1,822)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    253,468 miles
    Test number
    218255603286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass251,646 miles (+1,921)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    251,646 miles
    Test number
    257743649353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass249,725 miles (+4)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    249,725 miles
    Test number
    672328832205
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust tailpipe metal hanger fractured but system still adequately supported

  4. Fail249,721 miles (+2,837)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    249,721 miles
    Test number
    555945109953
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust tailpipe metal hanger fractured but system still adequately supported

  5. Pass246,884 miles (+2,792)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    246,884 miles
    Test number
    799471742798
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both front shocks (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass244,092 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    244,092 miles
    Test number
    280514458047
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail244,086 miles (+3,410)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    244,086 miles
    Test number
    673499936808
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass240,676 miles (+3,259)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    240,676 miles
    Test number
    137947310922
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both front shocks (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And Perished (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass237,417 miles (+5,635)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    237,417 miles
    Test number
    342586223764
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass231,782 miles (+4,912)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    231,782 miles
    Test number
    517041944247
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass226,870 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    226,870 miles
    Test number
    678021087812

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail226,870 miles (+9,004)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,870 miles
    Test number
    965780923393
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass217,866 miles (+11,140)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    217,866 miles
    Test number
    272636068457
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge

  14. Pass206,726 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    206,726 miles
    Test number
    932453401951

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail206,726 miles (+11,766)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,726 miles
    Test number
    670640878187
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear arm (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass194,960 miles (+11,011)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    194,960 miles
    Test number
    825018034373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass183,949 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    183,949 miles
    Test number
    417557833485
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Fail183,949 miles (+12,387)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,949 miles
    Test number
    485607533333
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass171,562 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    171,562 miles
    Test number
    706468942310
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on the inside edge.

  20. Fail171,555 miles (+15,414)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,555 miles
    Test number
    468578042413
    • FailureFront registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on the inside edge.

  21. Pass156,141 miles (+17,287)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    156,141 miles
    Test number
    105441841387
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  22. Pass138,854 miles (+18,491)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    138,854 miles
    Test number
    423720340377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass120,363 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    120,363 miles
    Test number
    432908029335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail120,359 miles (+16,728)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,359 miles
    Test number
    551094729381
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteSuspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

  25. Pass103,631 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    103,631 miles
    Test number
    950822058380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail103,628 miles (+21,188)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,628 miles
    Test number
    911741358333
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  27. Pass82,440 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    82,440 miles
    Test number
    760951557304
    • NoteWheel Nuts not checked Caps fitted

  28. Fail82,438 miles (+19,625)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,438 miles
    Test number
    112331957338
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteWheel Nuts not checked Caps fitted

  29. Pass62,813 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    62,813 miles
    Test number
    722179946351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 JWP

Does LB52 JWP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB52 JWP is valid until 19 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB52 JWP?
The MOT on LB52 JWP is valid until 19 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB52 JWP done?
LB52 JWP was recorded at 253,468 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2025, an average of 10,059 miles a year.
Has LB52 JWP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 JWP has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LB52 JWP 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 LB52 JWP find?
LB52 JWP passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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