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Volkswagen Passat

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,968 cc

LB56 RGYMOT history

LB56 RGY is a blue diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 23 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 110,705 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
110,705 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,341 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 RGY
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
23 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 RGY was last recorded at 110,705 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 1,854 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,851 miles · 10 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,854 miles
Average per year
5,341 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,705 miles
  • 2025 – 108,851 miles
  • 2024 – 106,759 miles
  • 2023 – 104,955 miles
  • 2022 – 102,243 miles
  • 2021 – 100,603 miles
  • 2020 – 94,765 miles
  • 2019 – 90,553 miles
  • 2018 – 83,500 miles
  • 2017 – 78,078 miles
  • 2016 – 72,374 miles
  • 2015 – 66,862 miles
  • 2014 – 61,177 miles
  • 2013 – 55,089 miles
  • 2012 – 47,268 miles
  • 2011 – 39,082 miles
  • 2009 – 23,392 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,705 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryHeadlight aims poor
  • AdvisoryRear springs corroded

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 legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit/worn outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very worn inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very worn inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Grill damaged.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre outer edge wear.215/55/16.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 18 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,705 miles (+1,854)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    110,705 miles
    Test number
    370942352506
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlight aims poor
    • AdvisoryRear springs corroded
  2. Pass108,851 miles (+2,092)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    108,851 miles
    Test number
    723803751268
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
  3. Pass106,759 miles (+1,804)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    106,759 miles
    Test number
    244643077711
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both fronts (4.1.4 (b))
  4. Pass104,955 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    104,955 miles
    Test number
    993448741683
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit/worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail104,952 miles (+2,709)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,952 miles
    Test number
    310919618543
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced water in lamp unit (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure box rubber mounting broken x 2 (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure mounting clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit/worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass102,243 miles (+1,640)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    102,243 miles
    Test number
    827905097364
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
  7. Pass100,603 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    100,603 miles
    Test number
    299319227130
    • AdvisoryFront Grill damaged.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre outer edge wear.215/55/16.
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust rubber mountings deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both bottom arms rear bushes perished and cracked. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Fail100,602 miles (+5,837)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,602 miles
    Test number
    798936304920
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Grill damaged.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre outer edge wear.215/55/16.
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust rubber mountings deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both bottom arms rear bushes perished and cracked. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass94,765 miles (+4,212)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    94,765 miles
    Test number
    746030259985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass90,553 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    90,553 miles
    Test number
    603446880979
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  11. Fail90,553 miles (+7,053)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,553 miles
    Test number
    276667494933
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 215/55/16 97w (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction phone holder (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure 2 x exhaust rubbers broken and rubbing on rear subframe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  12. Pass83,500 miles (+5,422)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    83,500 miles
    Test number
    211002335876
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass78,078 miles (+5,704)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    78,078 miles
    Test number
    301274171457
    • AdvisoryRear Inner tyre edges wearing
  14. Pass72,374 miles (+5,512)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    72,374 miles
    Test number
    676944920412
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  15. Pass66,862 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    66,862 miles
    Test number
    695895441887
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  16. Fail66,862 miles (+5,685)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,862 miles
    Test number
    847903161386
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear tyre valves deteriorated
  17. Pass61,177 miles (+6,088)8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    61,177 miles
    Test number
    928529784295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  18. Pass55,089 miles (+7,821)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    55,089 miles
    Test number
    885358393220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass47,268 miles (+8,186)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    47,268 miles
    Test number
    458963382251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,082 miles (+15,690)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    39,082 miles
    Test number
    457570891220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,392 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    23,392 miles
    Test number
    641892629382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 RGY

Does LB56 RGY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 RGY is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 RGY?
The MOT on LB56 RGY is valid until 13 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 RGY done?
LB56 RGY was recorded at 110,705 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 5,341 miles a year.
Has LB56 RGY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 RGY has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on LB56 RGY 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 LB56 RGY find?
LB56 RGY passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 4 more.

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