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Volkswagen Passat

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

LB53 OVWMOT history

LB53 OVW is a silver petrol Volkswagen Passat first used on 19 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 4 Dec 2023 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 95,668 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Dec 2023
Mileage
95,668 mi
At MOT on 25 Oct 2023
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,096 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 OVW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
19 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Oct 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB53 OVW was last recorded at 95,668 miles on 25 Oct 2023, 3,518 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,150 miles · 22 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
3,518 miles
Average per year
3,096 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 95,668 miles
  • 2022 – 92,150 miles
  • 2021 – 88,899 miles
  • 2020 – 86,558 miles
  • 2019 – 84,494 miles
  • 2018 – 80,154 miles
  • 2017 – 76,343 miles
  • 2016 – 72,331 miles
  • 2015 – 70,980 miles
  • 2013 – 64,996 miles
  • 2012 – 60,999 miles
  • 2011 – 57,852 miles
  • 2010 – 55,126 miles
  • 2009 – 52,117 miles
  • 2008 – 46,549 miles
  • 2007 – 43,670 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail95,668 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Covers on sills

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 8 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail95,668 miles (+3,518)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,668 miles
    Test number
    569714754097
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass92,150 miles (+3,251)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    92,150 miles
    Test number
    422806284059
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass88,899 miles (+2,341)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    88,899 miles
    Test number
    559109662438
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCovers on sills

  4. Pass86,558 miles (+2,064)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    86,558 miles
    Test number
    148275334827
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCovers on sills

  5. Pass84,494 miles (+4,340)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    84,494 miles
    Test number
    353053157547
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (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))

  6. Pass80,154 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    80,154 miles
    Test number
    402733433636
    • 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))

  7. Fail80,154 miles (+3,811)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,154 miles
    Test number
    920323751561
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  8. Pass76,343 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    76,343 miles
    Test number
    656842483439
    • AdvisoryCovers on sills
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryUnder trays blocking access to some components

  9. Fail76,343 miles (+4,012)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,343 miles
    Test number
    851251954901
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryCovers on sills
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryUnder trays blocking access to some components

  10. Pass72,331 miles (+1,351)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    72,331 miles
    Test number
    955131746519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass70,980 miles (+1,999)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    70,980 miles
    Test number
    842824886501
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  12. Pass68,981 miles (+3,985)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    68,981 miles
    Test number
    349405605028
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  13. Pass64,996 miles (+3,997)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    64,996 miles
    Test number
    188741653373
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass60,999 miles (+3,147)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    60,999 miles
    Test number
    248932352307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass57,852 miles (+2,726)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    57,852 miles
    Test number
    108537151313
    • NoteO/s/f seat belt slow to return

  16. Pass55,126 miles (+3,009)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    55,126 miles
    Test number
    172513560321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass52,117 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    52,117 miles
    Test number
    552722159330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail52,117 miles (+2,483)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,117 miles
    Test number
    873412359341
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass49,634 miles (+3,085)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    49,634 miles
    Test number
    164245909442
    • NoteO/s/f seat belt slow to return

  20. Pass46,549 miles (+2,879)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    46,549 miles
    Test number
    963307608002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass43,670 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    43,670 miles
    Test number
    341808107057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 OVW

Does LB53 OVW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 OVW expired on 4 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 OVW?
The MOT on LB53 OVW expired on 4 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 OVW done?
LB53 OVW was recorded at 95,668 miles at its MOT on 25 Oct 2023, an average of 3,096 miles a year.
Has LB53 OVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 OVW has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LB53 OVW 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 OVW find?
LB53 OVW failed its latest MOT on 25 Oct 2023 with 2 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 5 more.

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