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Volkswagen Passat

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LB55 NPKMOT history

LB55 NPK is a silver diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 22 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 21 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 58,349 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Dec 2026
Mileage
58,349 mi
At MOT on 11 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,684 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 NPK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 NPK was last recorded at 58,349 miles on 11 Dec 2025, 5,810 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,539 miles · 20 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
5,810 miles
Average per year
2,684 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 58,349 miles
  • 2024 – 52,539 miles
  • 2023 – 44,969 miles
  • 2022 – 41,631 miles
  • 2021 – 39,760 miles
  • 2020 – 38,010 miles
  • 2019 – 36,872 miles
  • 2018 – 33,993 miles
  • 2017 – 31,210 miles
  • 2016 – 29,453 miles
  • 2015 – 25,537 miles
  • 2014 – 22,599 miles
  • 2013 – 20,146 miles
  • 2012 – 17,449 miles
  • 2011 – 15,898 miles
  • 2010 – 14,234 miles
  • 2009 – 13,254 miles
  • 2008 – 12,562 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass58,349 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/60/15 inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre perishing.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 19 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass58,349 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    58,349 miles
    Test number
    339066311141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/60/15 inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail58,349 miles (+5,810)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,349 miles
    Test number
    550337036035
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced side repeater (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/60/15 inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass52,539 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    52,539 miles
    Test number
    814481628226
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail52,536 miles (+7,567)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,536 miles
    Test number
    189165900913
    • MajorDirection indicator incorrect colour both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass44,969 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    44,969 miles
    Test number
    509186083756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail44,969 miles (+3,338)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,969 miles
    Test number
    287214434166
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front outer joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass41,631 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    41,631 miles
    Test number
    626236448115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail41,631 miles (+1,871)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,631 miles
    Test number
    268612985692
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

  9. Pass39,760 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    39,760 miles
    Test number
    236589791464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail39,760 miles (+1,750)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,760 miles
    Test number
    637240146278
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass38,010 miles (+1,138)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    38,010 miles
    Test number
    423109788406
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass36,872 miles (+2,879)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    36,872 miles
    Test number
    246714652564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass33,993 miles (+2,783)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    33,993 miles
    Test number
    188656616382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass31,210 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    31,210 miles
    Test number
    448155063686
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre perishing.

  15. Fail31,209 miles (+1,756)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,209 miles
    Test number
    401786368588
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre perishing.

  16. Pass29,453 miles (+3,916)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    29,453 miles
    Test number
    591547073649
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass25,537 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    25,537 miles
    Test number
    581100195877
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail25,537 miles (+2,938)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,537 miles
    Test number
    617183357935
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass22,599 miles (+2,453)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    22,599 miles
    Test number
    818431724392
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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. Pass20,146 miles (+2,697)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    20,146 miles
    Test number
    459211613338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass17,449 miles (+1,551)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    17,449 miles
    Test number
    645201632382
    • 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)

  22. Pass15,898 miles (+1,664)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    15,898 miles
    Test number
    469905821433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass14,234 miles (+980)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    14,234 miles
    Test number
    460548520413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass13,254 miles (+692)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    13,254 miles
    Test number
    750855339371
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass12,562 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    12,562 miles
    Test number
    593014428376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 NPK

Does LB55 NPK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 NPK is valid until 21 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB55 NPK?
The MOT on LB55 NPK is valid until 21 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 NPK done?
LB55 NPK was recorded at 58,349 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2025, an average of 2,684 miles a year.
Has LB55 NPK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 NPK has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB55 NPK 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 LB55 NPK find?
LB55 NPK passed its latest MOT on 11 Dec 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside front upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms; nearside rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/60/15 inner edge, and 3 more.

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