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Volkswagen Passat

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

LF02 MXGMOT history

LF02 MXG is a blue diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 19 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 3 Apr 2023 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 252,414 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Mar 2023.

LF02 MXG blue Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Apr 2023
Mileage
252,414 mi
At MOT on 29 Mar 2023
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
10,666 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF02 MXG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
19 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
29 Mar 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LF02 MXG was last recorded at 252,414 miles on 29 Mar 2023, 5,840 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
246,574 miles · 17 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
5,840 miles
Average per year
10,666 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 252,414 miles
  • 2022 – 246,574 miles
  • 2021 – 242,385 miles
  • 2020 – 240,225 miles
  • 2019 – 228,901 miles
  • 2018 – 218,388 miles
  • 2017 – 205,198 miles
  • 2016 – 194,314 miles
  • 2015 – 181,303 miles
  • 2014 – 170,899 miles
  • 2013 – 162,021 miles
  • 2012 – 149,123 miles
  • 2011 – 135,391 miles
  • 2010 – 120,486 miles
  • 2008 – 94,859 miles
  • 2007 – 79,171 miles
  • 2006 – 70,726 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail252,414 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner on limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discloured overheated at some point (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner on limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryDim beam patterns on faded headlamps
  • AdvisoryEngine fumes and oil leaks
  • AdvisoryHand brake reserve travel at limit
  • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted
  • AdvisoryRear number plate deterioated

What MOT failures 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.

  • Engine damp

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Centre exhaust box rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • O/s/f tyre wearing low on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • O/s/f track rod end has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 16 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail252,414 miles (+5,840)5 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    252,414 miles
    Test number
    830390387627
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner on limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discloured overheated at some point (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner on limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryDim beam patterns on faded headlamps
    • AdvisoryEngine fumes and oil leaks
    • AdvisoryHand brake reserve travel at limit
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deterioated

  2. Pass246,574 miles (+45)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    246,574 miles
    Test number
    709614009505
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust box rusty
    • AdvisoryEngine damp
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre wearing low on inner edge

  3. Fail246,529 miles (+4,144)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    246,529 miles
    Test number
    758860878526
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both headlight unit poor (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust box rusty
    • AdvisoryEngine damp
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre wearing low on inner edge

  4. Pass242,385 miles (+2,160)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    242,385 miles
    Test number
    709914445874
    • AdvisoryBoth headlight image on limit
    • AdvisoryEngine damp
    • AdvisoryO/s track rod end has slight play

  5. Pass240,225 miles (+189)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    240,225 miles
    Test number
    920086090259
    • AdvisoryEngine damp
    • AdvisoryO/s/f track rod end has slight play

  6. Fail240,036 miles (+11,135)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,036 miles
    Test number
    511341874998
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine damp
    • AdvisoryO/s/f track rod end has slight play

  7. Pass228,901 miles (+10,513)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    228,901 miles
    Test number
    644769641896

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass218,388 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    218,388 miles
    Test number
    685345189621
    • AdvisoryN/s/f cv boot damp

  9. Fail218,388 miles (+13,190)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,388 miles
    Test number
    135984847522
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f cv boot damp

  10. Pass205,198 miles (+10,884)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    205,198 miles
    Test number
    950020459534
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass194,314 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    194,314 miles
    Test number
    466433736725
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs slight worn
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both front inner edges (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail194,314 miles (+13,011)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,314 miles
    Test number
    661906893424
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs slight worn
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both front inner edges (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass181,303 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    181,303 miles
    Test number
    557334795031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoot full

  14. Fail181,303 miles (+10,404)3 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,303 miles
    Test number
    147655385435
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoot full
    • NoteDrivers window mechanism faulty

  15. Pass170,899 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    170,899 miles
    Test number
    397392854000
    • NoteHeadlamp aims poor n/s/r tyre on limit

  16. Fail170,899 miles (+8,878)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,899 miles
    Test number
    379102254029
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • NoteHeadlamp aims poor n/s/r tyre on limit

  17. Pass162,021 miles (+101)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    162,021 miles
    Test number
    359252743039
    • NoteAs per test on 07/02/13 number 346268133037
    • NoteO.s rear door handle slight stiff

  18. Fail161,920 miles (+12,797)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,920 miles
    Test number
    346268133037
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • NoteOsf brake hose cracking, nsr tyre edge worn

  19. Pass149,123 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    149,123 miles
    Test number
    158211652081
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteHeadlight images are weak, rear discs very poor,

  20. Fail149,121 miles (+13,730)2 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,121 miles
    Test number
    749701252056
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteHeadlight images are weak, rear discs very poor,

  21. Pass135,391 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    135,391 miles
    Test number
    465082451014
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Fail135,388 miles (+14,902)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,388 miles
    Test number
    198312651462
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass120,486 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    120,486 miles
    Test number
    653174910053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail120,486 miles (+25,627)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,486 miles
    Test number
    942464110010
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteTested in wet

  25. Pass94,859 miles (+15,688)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    94,859 miles
    Test number
    850713168009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass79,171 miles (+8,445)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    79,171 miles
    Test number
    260443737084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail70,726 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,726 miles
    Test number
    320385876055
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass70,726 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    70,726 miles
    Test number
    484175176003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF02 MXG

Does LF02 MXG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF02 MXG expired on 3 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF02 MXG?
The MOT on LF02 MXG expired on 3 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF02 MXG done?
LF02 MXG was recorded at 252,414 miles at its MOT on 29 Mar 2023, an average of 10,666 miles a year.
Has LF02 MXG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF02 MXG has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LF02 MXG 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 LF02 MXG find?
LF02 MXG failed its latest MOT on 29 Mar 2023 with 5 major defects and 13 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn; nearside front suspension arm ball joint excessively worn; nearside rear parking brake inoperative on one side, and 15 more.

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