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Volkswagen Passat

Grey · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LB53 CPYMOT history

LB53 CPY is a grey diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 26 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 8 Jul 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 95,075 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Jul 2026
Mileage
95,075 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,511 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 CPY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
26 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB53 CPY was last recorded at 95,075 miles on 2 Jul 2026, 20,778 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,297 miles · 9 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
20,778 miles
Average per year
4,511 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,075 miles
  • 2025 – 74,297 miles
  • 2024 – 53,465 miles
  • 2023 – 40,563 miles
  • 2022 – 29,970 miles
  • 2021 – 22,828 miles
  • 2020 – 21,787 miles
  • 2019 – 16,439 miles
  • 2018 – 16,007 miles
  • 2017 – 15,706 miles
  • 2016 – 15,336 miles
  • 2015 – 15,025 miles
  • 2014 – 14,739 miles
  • 2013 – 14,313 miles
  • 2012 – 13,567 miles
  • 2011 – 12,698 miles
  • 2010 – 12,017 miles
  • 2009 – 11,119 miles
  • 2008 – 9,936 miles
  • 2007 – 8,502 miles
  • 2006 – 6,695 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail95,075 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryEML on pre 2008
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bold inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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 MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 28 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail95,075 miles (+20,778)7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,075 miles
    Test number
    885627847834
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML on pre 2008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bold inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass74,297 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    74,297 miles
    Test number
    567423373776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail74,297 miles (+642)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,297 miles
    Test number
    348588198172
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

  4. Fail73,655 miles (+20,190)8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,655 miles
    Test number
    759986865245
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm bush rubbing into mounting area (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength top mount support damaged by arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearward arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  5. Pass53,465 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    53,465 miles
    Test number
    133604787724
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail53,465 miles (+12,902)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,465 miles
    Test number
    799331959683
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass40,563 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2024
    Odometer
    40,563 miles
    Test number
    704289231396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail40,563 miles (+10,593)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,563 miles
    Test number
    545150897419
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass29,970 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2023
    Odometer
    29,970 miles
    Test number
    324289197773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail29,970 miles (+7,142)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,970 miles
    Test number
    636155436658
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass22,828 miles (+1,041)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    22,828 miles
    Test number
    302230565037
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass21,787 miles (+5,348)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    21,787 miles
    Test number
    148827198581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass16,439 miles (+432)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    16,439 miles
    Test number
    728058733111
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front anti roll bar link bushes in poor condition
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre perished

  14. Pass16,007 miles (+301)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    16,007 miles
    Test number
    621824492666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass15,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    15,706 miles
    Test number
    741067494673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail15,706 miles (+370)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,706 miles
    Test number
    543962923902
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass15,336 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    15,336 miles
    Test number
    326857679890

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail15,336 miles (+311)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,336 miles
    Test number
    939669053523
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass15,025 miles (+286)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    15,025 miles
    Test number
    594698805752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass14,739 miles (+426)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    14,739 miles
    Test number
    155034614355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass14,313 miles (+746)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    14,313 miles
    Test number
    496670233437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass13,567 miles (+869)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    13,567 miles
    Test number
    539487812375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass12,698 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    12,698 miles
    Test number
    436756601323
    • NoteFront wiper blades smearing slightly

  24. Fail12,698 miles (+681)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,698 miles
    Test number
    657745801379
    • DangerousRear Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)
    • NoteFront wiper blades smearing slightly

  25. Pass12,017 miles (+898)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    12,017 miles
    Test number
    490138820454
    • NoteFront wiper blades starting to smear.
    • NoteSidewalls of all four tyres starting to perish.

  26. Pass11,119 miles (+1,183)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    11,119 miles
    Test number
    133280939396
    • NoteAll 4 tyres badly perished

  27. Pass9,936 miles (+1,434)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    9,936 miles
    Test number
    892694428343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass8,502 miles (+1,807)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    8,502 miles
    Test number
    390267927320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass6,695 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    6,695 miles
    Test number
    811922436363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 CPY

Does LB53 CPY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 CPY expired on 8 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 CPY?
The MOT on LB53 CPY expired on 8 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 CPY done?
LB53 CPY was recorded at 95,075 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2026, an average of 4,511 miles a year.
Has LB53 CPY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 CPY has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB53 CPY 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 LB53 CPY find?
LB53 CPY failed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2026 with 7 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: emissions unable to be completed; exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak; nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 9 more.

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