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Volkswagen Passat

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,984 cc

LL51 VTCMOT history

LL51 VTC is a blue petrol Volkswagen Passat first used on 17 Jan 2002. Its MOT expired on 30 Jun 2025 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 209,972 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jun 2024.

LL51 VTC blue Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Jun 2025
Mileage
209,972 mi
At MOT on 28 Jun 2024
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,073 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL51 VTC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
17 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL51 VTC was last recorded at 209,972 miles on 28 Jun 2024, 1,399 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
208,573 miles · 30 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
1,399 miles
Average per year
5,073 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 209,972 miles
  • 2023 – 208,573 miles
  • 2022 – 206,865 miles
  • 2021 – 204,532 miles
  • 2020 – 202,437 miles
  • 2019 – 200,844 miles
  • 2018 – 198,501 miles
  • 2017 – 194,866 miles
  • 2016 – 193,020 miles
  • 2015 – 190,052 miles
  • 2014 – 187,370 miles
  • 2013 – 183,785 miles
  • 2012 – 180,146 miles
  • 2011 – 166,456 miles
  • 2010 – 154,649 miles
  • 2009 – 144,095 miles
  • 2008 – 134,402 miles
  • 2007 – 127,618 miles
  • 2006 – 116,296 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass209,972 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryEML onRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 9 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass209,972 miles (+1,399)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    209,972 miles
    Test number
    786446257746
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass208,573 miles (+1,708)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    208,573 miles
    Test number
    608716007562
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass206,865 miles (+2,333)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    206,865 miles
    Test number
    111513771133
    • AdvisoryEML ON
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass204,532 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    204,532 miles
    Test number
    898186607632
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail204,532 miles (+2,095)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,532 miles
    Test number
    452929981827
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryCOOLANT BOTTLE EMPTY
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass202,437 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    202,437 miles
    Test number
    782136085644
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Fail202,437 miles (+1,593)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,437 miles
    Test number
    819075991300
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Pass200,844 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    200,844 miles
    Test number
    781123596688
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Cloudy, poor image (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail200,844 miles (+2,343)3 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,844 miles
    Test number
    562675899575
    • MajorCentral Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorCentral Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction On (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Cloudy, poor image (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass198,501 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    198,501 miles
    Test number
    705265745331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail198,501 miles (+3,635)1 dangerous9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,501 miles
    Test number
    533625008154
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail split (1.1.12 (a))
    • MajorCentral Drive shaft joint excessively worn cv joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements honeycombe beck ground (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements honeycombe back ground (0.1 (d))

  12. Pass194,866 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    194,866 miles
    Test number
    109437791878
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine warning lamp illuminated on dash.

  13. Fail194,865 miles (+1,845)5 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,865 miles
    Test number
    308061157014
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background front & rear plates (6.3.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine warning lamp illuminated on dash.

  14. Pass193,020 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    193,020 miles
    Test number
    263244148190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracks (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer just on limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracks (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBattery light remains on
    • AdvisoryEngine cover hiding some components

  15. Fail193,020 miles (+2,968)3 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,020 miles
    Test number
    677131176018
    • FailureFront registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracks (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer just on limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracks (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBattery light remains on
    • AdvisoryEngine cover hiding some components

  16. Pass190,052 miles (+2,682)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    190,052 miles
    Test number
    736897455015
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass187,370 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    187,370 miles
    Test number
    128194444045
    • NoteEngine mamagement light lit
    • NoteOffside front top suspension rear arm bush starting to split

  18. Fail187,362 miles (+3,577)6 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,362 miles
    Test number
    119504544083
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteEngine mamagement light lit
    • NoteOffside front top suspension rear arm bush starting to split

  19. Pass183,785 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    183,785 miles
    Test number
    635836933086
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteEml on
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edge

  20. Fail183,785 miles (+3,639)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,785 miles
    Test number
    425556533031
    • FailureFront registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteEml on
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edge

  21. Pass180,146 miles (+13,690)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    180,146 miles
    Test number
    777951832090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass166,456 miles (+11,807)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    166,456 miles
    Test number
    209839241062
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass154,649 miles (+46)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    154,649 miles
    Test number
    150873640446
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Fail154,603 miles (+10,508)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,603 miles
    Test number
    391080440032
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  25. Pass144,095 miles (+9,693)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    144,095 miles
    Test number
    614586439097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass134,402 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    134,402 miles
    Test number
    102377208042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail134,402 miles (+6,784)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,402 miles
    Test number
    193574708460
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)

  28. Pass127,618 miles (+11,322)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    127,618 miles
    Test number
    861915207007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass116,296 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    116,296 miles
    Test number
    741149006093
    • 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)

Questions about LL51 VTC

Does LL51 VTC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL51 VTC expired on 30 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL51 VTC?
The MOT on LL51 VTC expired on 30 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL51 VTC done?
LL51 VTC was recorded at 209,972 miles at its MOT on 28 Jun 2024, an average of 5,073 miles a year.
Has LL51 VTC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL51 VTC has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on LL51 VTC 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 LL51 VTC find?
LL51 VTC passed its latest MOT on 28 Jun 2024 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; eml on; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 1 more.

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