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Volkswagen Passat

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,798 cc

LC59 RHOMOT history

LC59 RHO is a black petrol Volkswagen Passat first used on 21 Nov 2009. Its MOT is valid until 22 Nov 2026 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 98,381 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Nov 2025.

LC59 RHO black Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Passat, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Nov 2026
Mileage
98,381 mi
At MOT on 15 Nov 2025
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,664 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC59 RHO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
21 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC59 RHO was last recorded at 98,381 miles on 15 Nov 2025, 6,894 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,487 miles · 19 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
6,894 miles
Average per year
4,664 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 98,381 miles
  • 2024 – 91,487 miles
  • 2023 – 83,719 miles
  • 2022 – 77,346 miles
  • 2021 – 71,798 miles
  • 2020 – 61,526 miles
  • 2019 – 60,173 miles
  • 2018 – 57,445 miles
  • 2017 – 54,667 miles
  • 2016 – 51,500 miles
  • 2015 – 49,094 miles
  • 2014 – 45,722 miles
  • 2013 – 41,741 miles
  • 2012 – 37,858 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,381 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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 Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 23 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,381 miles (+6,894)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    98,381 miles
    Test number
    704537901413
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass91,487 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    91,487 miles
    Test number
    488864587370
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail91,486 miles (+7,767)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,486 miles
    Test number
    990422088138
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass83,719 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    83,719 miles
    Test number
    880275791865
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail83,719 miles (+6,373)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,719 miles
    Test number
    178781760658
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass77,346 miles (+5,548)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    77,346 miles
    Test number
    735153869652
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass71,798 miles (+10,272)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    71,798 miles
    Test number
    309442334149
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass61,526 miles (+1,353)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    61,526 miles
    Test number
    539148487906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass60,173 miles (+2,728)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    60,173 miles
    Test number
    970994917018
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass57,445 miles (+2,778)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    57,445 miles
    Test number
    595729136829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass54,667 miles (+3,167)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    54,667 miles
    Test number
    233032947579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass51,500 miles (+2,406)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    51,500 miles
    Test number
    619464969914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass49,094 miles (+3,372)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    49,094 miles
    Test number
    519813154025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass45,722 miles (+3,981)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    45,722 miles
    Test number
    155404524389
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass41,741 miles (+3,883)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    41,741 miles
    Test number
    809769413335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail37,858 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,858 miles
    Test number
    238838822325
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  17. Pass37,858 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    37,858 miles
    Test number
    239778822305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC59 RHO

Does LC59 RHO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC59 RHO is valid until 22 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LC59 RHO?
The MOT on LC59 RHO is valid until 22 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC59 RHO done?
LC59 RHO was recorded at 98,381 miles at its MOT on 15 Nov 2025, an average of 4,664 miles a year.
Has LC59 RHO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC59 RHO has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LC59 RHO 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 LC59 RHO find?
LC59 RHO passed its latest MOT on 15 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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