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Volkswagen Passat

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 1,968 cc

LB53 HYVMOT history

LB53 HYV is a silver diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 22 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 4 Feb 2026 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 136,187 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Feb 2026
Mileage
136,187 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2025
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,588 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 HYV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
22 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 HYV was last recorded at 136,187 miles on 29 Jan 2025, 4,624 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,563 miles · 5 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
4,624 miles
Average per year
6,588 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 136,187 miles
  • 2024 – 131,563 miles
  • 2022 – 124,323 miles
  • 2021 – 114,668 miles
  • 2020 – 105,615 miles
  • 2019 – 102,216 miles
  • 2018 – 96,202 miles
  • 2017 – 88,390 miles
  • 2016 – 82,349 miles
  • 2015 – 76,191 miles
  • 2014 – 68,244 miles
  • 2013 – 59,792 miles
  • 2012 – 52,675 miles
  • 2011 – 46,769 miles
  • 2010 – 41,890 miles
  • 2009 – 36,413 miles
  • 2008 – 30,916 miles
  • 2007 – 24,565 miles
  • 2006 – 16,763 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,187 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2012

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Cloudy.

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 14 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,187 miles (+4,624)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    136,187 miles
    Test number
    798119494349
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass131,563 miles (+2)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    131,563 miles
    Test number
    369263560945
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Cloudy. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail131,561 miles (+7,238)3 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,561 miles
    Test number
    572299321495
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Cloudy. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass124,323 miles (+9,655)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    124,323 miles
    Test number
    246891875400
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (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 Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass114,668 miles (+9,053)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    114,668 miles
    Test number
    450206167915
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass105,615 miles (+3,399)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    105,615 miles
    Test number
    424382380732
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass102,216 miles (+6,014)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    102,216 miles
    Test number
    390581435499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass96,202 miles (+7,812)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    96,202 miles
    Test number
    665911908890

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass88,390 miles (+6,041)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    88,390 miles
    Test number
    309785990934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass82,349 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    82,349 miles
    Test number
    332963077516
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trayfitted

  11. Fail82,349 miles (+6,158)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,349 miles
    Test number
    594453782069
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated on limit (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trayfitted

  12. Pass76,191 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    76,191 miles
    Test number
    446814268375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail76,191 miles (+7,947)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,191 miles
    Test number
    165415486037
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass68,244 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    68,244 miles
    Test number
    475153954344
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Fail68,243 miles (+8,451)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,243 miles
    Test number
    275049944398
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass59,792 miles (+7,117)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    59,792 miles
    Test number
    296888643316
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass52,675 miles (+5,906)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    52,675 miles
    Test number
    459610752485
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass46,769 miles (+4,879)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    46,769 miles
    Test number
    637076131329
    • NoteFront tyre walls scuffed and slight damage

  19. Pass41,890 miles (+5,477)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    41,890 miles
    Test number
    144531750332
    • 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)

  20. Pass36,413 miles (+5,497)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    36,413 miles
    Test number
    660658839397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,916 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    30,916 miles
    Test number
    492371958462
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail30,916 miles (+6,351)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,916 miles
    Test number
    662880558372
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass24,565 miles (+7,802)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    24,565 miles
    Test number
    442119647345
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  24. Pass16,763 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    16,763 miles
    Test number
    864438946350
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LB53 HYV

Does LB53 HYV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 HYV expired on 4 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 HYV?
The MOT on LB53 HYV expired on 4 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 HYV done?
LB53 HYV was recorded at 136,187 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2025, an average of 6,588 miles a year.
Has LB53 HYV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 HYV has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LB53 HYV 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 HYV find?
LB53 HYV passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: front headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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