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Volkswagen Passat

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

LB53 VAJMOT history

LB53 VAJ is a silver diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 20 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 23 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 186,513 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Jan 2023
Mileage
186,513 mi
At MOT on 24 Jan 2022
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,562 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 VAJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
20 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
24 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 VAJ was last recorded at 186,513 miles on 24 Jan 2022, 3,903 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,610 miles · 13 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
3,903 miles
Average per year
8,562 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 186,513 miles
  • 2021 – 182,610 miles
  • 2020 – 179,609 miles
  • 2019 – 171,369 miles
  • 2018 – 161,955 miles
  • 2017 – 153,015 miles
  • 2016 – 145,884 miles
  • 2015 – 138,758 miles
  • 2014 – 133,444 miles
  • 2013 – 126,639 miles
  • 2012 – 121,216 miles
  • 2011 – 114,146 miles
  • 2010 – 100,710 miles
  • 2008 – 94,083 miles
  • 2007 – 82,237 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass186,513 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both+slight wear on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened +wheel arches+exhaust (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

20 tests since 3 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass186,513 miles (+3,903)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    186,513 miles
    Test number
    628863845084
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both+slight wear on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened +wheel arches+exhaust (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass182,610 miles (+3,001)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    182,610 miles
    Test number
    466430354061
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension components, exhaust and front wheel arches corroding

  3. Pass179,609 miles (+8,240)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    179,609 miles
    Test number
    183410366389
    • AdvisoryEngin getting smokey

  4. Pass171,369 miles (+9,414)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    171,369 miles
    Test number
    755163588503
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass161,955 miles (+8,940)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    161,955 miles
    Test number
    552652905139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass153,015 miles (+7,131)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    153,015 miles
    Test number
    752890819975
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass145,884 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    145,884 miles
    Test number
    706549821820
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn on edges

  8. Fail145,883 miles (+7,125)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,883 miles
    Test number
    801736041875
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn on edges

  9. Pass138,758 miles (+5,314)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    138,758 miles
    Test number
    979997405045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass133,444 miles (+6,805)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    133,444 miles
    Test number
    128167604481
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear brake discs wearing

  11. Pass126,639 miles (+14)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    126,639 miles
    Test number
    455010013010
    • NoteRear brake discs wearing,suspension ball joint boots wearing

  12. Fail126,625 miles (+5,409)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,625 miles
    Test number
    679458703021
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteRear brake discs wearing,suspension ball joint boots wearing

  13. Pass121,216 miles (+7,070)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    121,216 miles
    Test number
    976742212060
    • NoteRear brake discs wearing

  14. Pass114,146 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    114,146 miles
    Test number
    398197811052
    • NoteRear brake discs wearing

  15. Fail114,145 miles (+13,435)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,145 miles
    Test number
    318401311051
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteRear brake discs wearing

  16. Pass100,710 miles (+6,627)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    100,710 miles
    Test number
    921792810010
    • NoteRear brake discs wearing,front tyres wearing on edges

  17. Pass94,083 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    94,083 miles
    Test number
    490149958355
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail94,083 miles (+11,846)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,083 miles
    Test number
    443019558456
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass82,237 miles (+24,654)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    82,237 miles
    Test number
    742845267306
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass57,583 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    57,583 miles
    Test number
    260813707026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 VAJ

Does LB53 VAJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 VAJ expired on 23 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 VAJ?
The MOT on LB53 VAJ expired on 23 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 VAJ done?
LB53 VAJ was recorded at 186,513 miles at its MOT on 24 Jan 2022, an average of 8,562 miles a year.
Has LB53 VAJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 VAJ has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2016.
Has the mileage on LB53 VAJ 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 VAJ find?
LB53 VAJ passed its latest MOT on 24 Jan 2022 with 3 advisories: front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both+slight wear on edges; offside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened +wheel arches+exhaust.

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