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Volkswagen Passat

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 1,968 cc

LB56 VJAMOT history

LB56 VJA is a silver diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 30 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 10 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 197,023 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Dec 2026
Mileage
197,023 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2025
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
10,225 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 VJA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 VJA was last recorded at 197,023 miles on 2 Dec 2025, 13,940 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
183,083 miles · 5 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
13,940 miles
Average per year
10,225 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 197,023 miles
  • 2024 – 183,083 miles
  • 2023 – 165,146 miles
  • 2022 – 148,569 miles
  • 2021 – 133,666 miles
  • 2020 – 120,872 miles
  • 2019 – 114,768 miles
  • 2018 – 104,707 miles
  • 2017 – 90,120 miles
  • 2016 – 84,540 miles
  • 2015 – 81,377 miles
  • 2014 – 74,170 miles
  • 2013 – 66,094 miles
  • 2012 – 57,732 miles
  • 2011 – 48,678 miles
  • 2010 – 39,946 miles
  • 2009 – 32,143 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass197,023 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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, 2009–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass197,023 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    197,023 miles
    Test number
    828846928542
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail197,023 miles (+13,940)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,023 miles
    Test number
    818410145970
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass183,083 miles (+17,937)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    183,083 miles
    Test number
    454389616006
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass165,146 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    165,146 miles
    Test number
    196701752589
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail165,146 miles (+16,577)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,146 miles
    Test number
    172767615655
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass148,569 miles (+14,903)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    148,569 miles
    Test number
    809412334006
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass133,666 miles (+12,794)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    133,666 miles
    Test number
    764104235499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass120,872 miles (+6,104)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    120,872 miles
    Test number
    993956214031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass114,768 miles (+10,061)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    114,768 miles
    Test number
    253072998146
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  10. Pass104,707 miles (+14,587)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    104,707 miles
    Test number
    454063117478
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass90,120 miles (+5,580)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    90,120 miles
    Test number
    890411236082
    • 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)

  12. Pass84,540 miles (+3,163)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    84,540 miles
    Test number
    381722561823

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass81,377 miles (+7,207)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    81,377 miles
    Test number
    451259960094
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass74,170 miles (+8,076)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    74,170 miles
    Test number
    265898164230
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass66,094 miles (+8,362)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    66,094 miles
    Test number
    729594293279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass57,732 miles (+9,054)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    57,732 miles
    Test number
    376403632471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass48,678 miles (+8,732)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    48,678 miles
    Test number
    266945661232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass39,946 miles (+7,803)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    39,946 miles
    Test number
    452735870270
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvise fuel system treatment
    • NoteAdvise rear track

  19. Pass32,143 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    32,143 miles
    Test number
    842650099252
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edge
    • NoteHas a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A'

Questions about LB56 VJA

Does LB56 VJA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 VJA is valid until 10 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB56 VJA?
The MOT on LB56 VJA is valid until 10 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 VJA done?
LB56 VJA was recorded at 197,023 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2025, an average of 10,225 miles a year.
Has LB56 VJA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 VJA has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB56 VJA 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 VJA find?
LB56 VJA passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2025 with 8 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively both; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 5 more.

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