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Volkswagen Passat

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LB53 RBOMOT history

LB53 RBO is a blue diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 30 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 1 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 170,891 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Feb 2027
Mileage
170,891 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,283 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 RBO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 RBO was last recorded at 170,891 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 11,397 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,494 miles · 24 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
11,397 miles
Average per year
4,283 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 170,891 miles
  • 2025 – 159,494 miles
  • 2024 – 154,746 miles
  • 2023 – 150,761 miles
  • 2022 – 149,750 miles
  • 2021 – 148,280 miles
  • 2020 – 147,465 miles
  • 2019 – 142,374 miles
  • 2018 – 141,323 miles
  • 2017 – 135,917 miles
  • 2016 – 130,234 miles
  • 2015 – 129,273 miles
  • 2014 – 124,676 miles
  • 2013 – 119,611 miles
  • 2012 – 114,322 miles
  • 2011 – 109,665 miles
  • 2010 – 104,946 miles
  • 2009 – 99,876 miles
  • 2008 – 97,585 miles
  • 2007 – 92,629 miles
  • 2006 – 88,659 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,891 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components slightly corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Front brake pads low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 22 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,891 miles (+11,397)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    170,891 miles
    Test number
    641159150662
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass159,494 miles (+4,748)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    159,494 miles
    Test number
    327931998287
    • AdvisoryAll front lower suspension front and rear arms outer ball joint dust covers slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass154,746 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    154,746 miles
    Test number
    290500261508
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads low
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on

  4. Fail154,726 miles (+3,965)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,726 miles
    Test number
    388931410085
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads low

  5. Pass150,761 miles (+1,011)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    150,761 miles
    Test number
    234020788493
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass149,750 miles (+1,470)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    149,750 miles
    Test number
    215755873568
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass148,280 miles (+815)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    148,280 miles
    Test number
    774569532080
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lens deteriorated (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lens deteriorated (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between edges perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  8. Pass147,465 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    147,465 miles
    Test number
    142319736714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail147,465 miles (+5,091)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,465 miles
    Test number
    167365837604
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass142,374 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    142,374 miles
    Test number
    636872301426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail142,374 miles (+1,051)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,374 miles
    Test number
    780428567287
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass141,323 miles (+5,406)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    141,323 miles
    Test number
    280810807392
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Pass135,917 miles (+5,683)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    135,917 miles
    Test number
    866873367068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass130,234 miles (+961)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    130,234 miles
    Test number
    337345284441
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracking slightly on outer sidewall

  15. Pass129,273 miles (+4,597)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    129,273 miles
    Test number
    258375605014
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass124,676 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    124,676 miles
    Test number
    179936104019
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail124,676 miles (+5,065)2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,676 miles
    Test number
    735016004080
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass119,611 miles (+5,289)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    119,611 miles
    Test number
    906575603076
    • NoteN/s rear tyre has worn low (see outer-bands)..........~~@@..............Thanx 4yur custom

  19. Pass114,322 miles (+4,657)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    114,322 miles
    Test number
    468817002015
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass109,665 miles (+4,719)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    109,665 miles
    Test number
    476584711014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass104,946 miles (+225)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    104,946 miles
    Test number
    402708020087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail104,721 miles (+4,845)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,721 miles
    Test number
    760891920068
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass99,876 miles (+2,291)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    99,876 miles
    Test number
    321537419083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass97,585 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    97,585 miles
    Test number
    793422838095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail97,585 miles (+4,956)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,585 miles
    Test number
    161618828067
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  26. Pass92,629 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    92,629 miles
    Test number
    520180237015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail92,629 miles (+3,970)2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,629 miles
    Test number
    144599027007
    • FailureNearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  28. Fail88,659 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,659 miles
    Test number
    163636726349
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass88,659 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    88,659 miles
    Test number
    473646926382
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LB53 RBO

Does LB53 RBO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 RBO is valid until 1 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 RBO?
The MOT on LB53 RBO is valid until 1 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 RBO done?
LB53 RBO was recorded at 170,891 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 4,283 miles a year.
Has LB53 RBO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 RBO has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LB53 RBO 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 RBO find?
LB53 RBO passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front and rear suspension components slightly corroded, and 1 more.

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