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Volkswagen Passat

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

LE57 EFPMOT history

LE57 EFP is a silver diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 5 Feb 2008. Its MOT expired on 18 Apr 2026 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 212,545 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2025.

LE57 EFP silver Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Apr 2026
Mileage
212,545 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2025
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
11,198 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE57 EFP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
5 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE57 EFP was last recorded at 212,545 miles on 16 Apr 2025, 9,013 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
203,532 miles · 10 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
9,013 miles
Average per year
11,198 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 212,545 miles
  • 2024 – 203,532 miles
  • 2023 – 190,397 miles
  • 2022 – 184,075 miles
  • 2021 – 179,025 miles
  • 2020 – 175,328 miles
  • 2019 – 170,035 miles
  • 2018 – 160,597 miles
  • 2017 – 145,775 miles
  • 2016 – 132,153 miles
  • 2015 – 120,007 miles
  • 2014 – 106,672 miles
  • 2013 – 89,738 miles
  • 2012 – 70,148 miles
  • 2011 – 53,239 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass212,545 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge
  • AdvisoryNearside slight play in steering rack rod
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryCondensation in both headlamps
  • AdvisoryNearside & offside rear sills under vehicle slightly 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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Outer sill panels covered

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Covers fitted under vehicle

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 24 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass212,545 miles2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    212,545 miles
    Test number
    522325196180
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside slight play in steering rack rod
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCondensation in both headlamps
    • AdvisoryNearside & offside rear sills under vehicle slightly corroded

  2. Fail212,545 miles (+9,013)1 repaired2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,545 miles
    Test number
    463472035228
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside slight play in steering rack rod
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCondensation in both headlamps
    • AdvisoryNearside & offside rear sills under vehicle slightly corroded

  3. Pass203,532 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    203,532 miles
    Test number
    525195362592
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake hose ferrules covered in grease
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted too outer sills & underside

  4. Fail203,532 miles (+13,135)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,532 miles
    Test number
    565148498002
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear brake hose ferrules covered in grease
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted too outer sills & underside

  5. Pass190,397 miles (+73)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    190,397 miles
    Test number
    679147251578
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt o/s & n/s front (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all brake hose ferrules covered in grease (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre slightly out of shape on inner tread area
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened surface corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sections of chassis surface corroed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted too outer sills & under side

  6. Fail190,324 miles (+6,249)1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,324 miles
    Test number
    524164039271
    • MajorElectronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule greased (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule greased (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted under vehicle
    • AdvisoryOuter sill panels covered

  7. Pass184,075 miles (+5,050)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    184,075 miles
    Test number
    223753650328
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sill panels covered

  8. Pass179,025 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    179,025 miles
    Test number
    293136344492
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted under vehicle
    • AdvisoryOuter sill panels covered

  9. Fail179,025 miles (+3,697)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,025 miles
    Test number
    683668212880
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust clamp loose
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted under vehicle
    • AdvisoryOuter sill panels covered

  10. Pass175,328 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    175,328 miles
    Test number
    974872220807
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • 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))

  11. Fail175,323 miles (+5,288)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,323 miles
    Test number
    748508519618
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • 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))

  12. Pass170,035 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    170,035 miles
    Test number
    173379379874
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to outersills
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to underside

  13. Fail170,035 miles (+9,438)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,035 miles
    Test number
    711675069332
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to outersills
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to underside

  14. Pass160,597 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    160,597 miles
    Test number
    178914208701

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail160,597 miles (+14,822)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,597 miles
    Test number
    713955723084
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rear 215/55x16 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass145,775 miles (+13,622)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    145,775 miles
    Test number
    279223857847
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing on inner edges

  17. Pass132,153 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    132,153 miles
    Test number
    976382796524
    • AdvisoryUnable to carry out full inspection of outer sills due to covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  18. Fail132,153 miles (+12,146)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,153 miles
    Test number
    415116411192
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryUnable to carry out full inspection of outer sills due to covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  19. Pass120,007 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    120,007 miles
    Test number
    649050635033
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteUnable to carry out full inspection of outer sills due to covers fitted
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail120,007 miles (+13,335)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,007 miles
    Test number
    265410535094
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteUnable to carry out full inspection of outer sills due to covers fitted
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass106,672 miles (+16,934)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    106,672 miles
    Test number
    617971934061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass89,738 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    89,738 miles
    Test number
    979711423058
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail89,738 miles (+19,590)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,738 miles
    Test number
    186494313074
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass70,148 miles (+16,909)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    70,148 miles
    Test number
    157945722446
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Pass53,239 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    53,239 miles
    Test number
    135794021066
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear wheel dented and slightly buckled

Questions about LE57 EFP

Does LE57 EFP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE57 EFP expired on 18 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE57 EFP?
The MOT on LE57 EFP expired on 18 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE57 EFP done?
LE57 EFP was recorded at 212,545 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2025, an average of 11,198 miles a year.
Has LE57 EFP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE57 EFP has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LE57 EFP 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 LE57 EFP find?
LE57 EFP passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2025 with 2 minor defects and 10 advisories: nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 9 more.

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