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Volkswagen Passat

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,968 cc

LB55 XEAMOT history

LB55 XEA is a blue diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 9 Jan 2006. Its MOT expired on 15 Sept 2023 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 173,485 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Sept 2023
Mileage
173,485 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2022
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,291 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 XEA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
9 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 XEA was last recorded at 173,485 miles on 16 Sept 2022, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,480 miles · 13 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
9,291 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 173,485 miles
  • 2020 – 172,971 miles
  • 2018 – 166,710 miles
  • 2017 – 150,838 miles
  • 2016 – 136,462 miles
  • 2015 – 122,271 miles
  • 2014 – 109,257 miles
  • 2013 – 98,928 miles
  • 2011 – 82,722 miles
  • 2009 – 56,742 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,485 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened subframe covered in black underseal (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

17 tests since 7 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,485 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    173,485 miles
    Test number
    142816146759
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened subframe covered in black underseal (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail173,480 miles (+509)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,480 miles
    Test number
    937060973930
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass172,971 miles (+6,261)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    172,971 miles
    Test number
    307197377264
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass166,710 miles (+172)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    166,710 miles
    Test number
    182641741839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail166,538 miles (+15,700)5 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,538 miles
    Test number
    184768428705
    • FailureFront Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Can not be tested (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureTyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. Wrongly fitted diretion tyre (4.1.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  6. Pass150,838 miles (+14,376)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    150,838 miles
    Test number
    686253922973

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass136,462 miles (+14,191)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    136,462 miles
    Test number
    720181346097
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTest done in wet conditions
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  8. Pass122,271 miles (+13,014)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    122,271 miles
    Test number
    998870715002
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  9. Pass109,257 miles (+10,329)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    109,257 miles
    Test number
    977468724075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass98,928 miles (+21)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    98,928 miles
    Test number
    227458523099
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBonnet saftey hook stiff
    • NoteN/s/f brake hose has a bulge in rubber but not bulging under pressure advise inspection

  11. Fail98,907 miles (+16,185)1 failure5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,907 miles
    Test number
    656404523054
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBonnet saftey hook stiff
    • NoteN/s/f brake hose has a bulge in rubber but not bulging under pressure advise inspection

  12. Pass82,722 miles (+13,462)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    82,722 miles
    Test number
    528723951336
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • 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)
    • NoteBrake pads all round wearing thin

  13. Pass69,260 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    69,260 miles
    Test number
    546427511029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail69,247 miles (+12,505)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,247 miles
    Test number
    176953511457
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass56,742 miles (+10,450)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    56,742 miles
    Test number
    952865859397
    • NoteBoth front tyres are wearing on the inside edge

  16. Pass46,292 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    46,292 miles
    Test number
    402617309086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail46,292 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,292 miles
    Test number
    863737309015
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about LB55 XEA

Does LB55 XEA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 XEA expired on 15 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 XEA?
The MOT on LB55 XEA expired on 15 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 XEA done?
LB55 XEA was recorded at 173,485 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2022, an average of 9,291 miles a year.
Has LB55 XEA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 XEA has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LB55 XEA 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 XEA find?
LB55 XEA passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2022 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened subframe covered in black underseal.

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