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Volkswagen Passat

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,968 cc

LB55 BUFMOT history

LB55 BUF is a blue diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 29 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 24 Oct 2023 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 151,399 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Oct 2023
Mileage
151,399 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2022
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,957 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 BUF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 BUF was last recorded at 151,399 miles on 20 Oct 2022, 1,364 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Oct 2012: 84,548 miles, lower than 130,483 miles on 15 Sept 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
150,035 miles · 15 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
1,364 miles
Average per year
4,957 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 151,399 miles
  • 2021 – 150,035 miles
  • 2020 – 148,179 miles
  • 2019 – 140,710 miles
  • 2018 – 127,924 miles
  • 2017 – 114,971 miles
  • 2016 – 104,765 miles
  • 2015 – 97,278 miles
  • 2014 – 91,938 miles
  • 2013 – 87,361 miles
  • 2012 – 84,548 miles
  • 2011 – 130,483 miles
  • 2010 – 111,500 miles
  • 2009 – 98,406 miles
  • 2008 – 82,291 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,399 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • 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.

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Engine oil level is low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 10 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,399 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    151,399 miles
    Test number
    433417846530
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail151,399 miles (+1,364)3 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,399 miles
    Test number
    139601674180
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass150,035 miles (+1,856)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    150,035 miles
    Test number
    839826428464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass148,179 miles (+7,469)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    148,179 miles
    Test number
    676490209933

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass140,710 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    140,710 miles
    Test number
    743508276662
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail140,710 miles (+12,786)1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,710 miles
    Test number
    795849760216
    • DangerousRear Tyre has ply or cords exposed both side inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass127,924 miles (+12,953)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    127,924 miles
    Test number
    318861097432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass114,971 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    114,971 miles
    Test number
    619642839341
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light illuminate
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level is low
    • AdvisoryGlow plug light illuminate

  9. Fail114,971 miles (+10,206)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,971 miles
    Test number
    440258155406
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light illuminate
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level is low
    • AdvisoryGlow plug light illuminate

  10. Pass104,765 miles (+7,487)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    104,765 miles
    Test number
    474258407326
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level is low

  11. Pass97,278 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    97,278 miles
    Test number
    793109388280
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail97,278 miles (+5,340)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,278 miles
    Test number
    216089424451
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail91,938 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,938 miles
    Test number
    406347194280
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass91,938 miles (+4,577)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    91,938 miles
    Test number
    998997894206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass87,361 miles (+2,813)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    87,361 miles
    Test number
    946537293226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass84,548 miles (-45,935)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    84,548 miles
    Test number
    308619592227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass130,483 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    130,483 miles
    Test number
    375908051266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail130,483 miles (+18,983)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,483 miles
    Test number
    188778151288
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass111,500 miles (+13,094)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    111,500 miles
    Test number
    711473070284
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • 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. Pass98,406 miles (+16,115)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    98,406 miles
    Test number
    441647929440
    • NoteFront brake pads appear low

  21. Pass82,291 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    82,291 miles
    Test number
    794375118377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 BUF

Does LB55 BUF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 BUF expired on 24 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 BUF?
The MOT on LB55 BUF expired on 24 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 BUF done?
LB55 BUF was recorded at 151,399 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2022, an average of 4,957 miles a year.
Has LB55 BUF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 BUF has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LB55 BUF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Oct 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB55 BUF find?
LB55 BUF passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2022 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front brake pad(s) wearing thin both side; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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