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Volkswagen Passat

Red · Petrol · 2004 · 1,781 cc

LL53 ASOMOT history

LL53 ASO is a red petrol Volkswagen Passat first used on 15 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 5 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 166,217 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2026.

LL53 ASO red Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Aug 2027
Mileage
166,217 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,971 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 ASO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
15 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 ASO was last recorded at 166,217 miles on 5 Aug 2025, 1,176 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,041 miles · 17 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
1,176 miles
Average per year
6,971 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 166,217 miles
  • 2024 – 165,041 miles
  • 2023 – 163,445 miles
  • 2022 – 150,846 miles
  • 2021 – 146,002 miles
  • 2020 – 143,950 miles
  • 2019 – 138,922 miles
  • 2017 – 129,848 miles
  • 2016 – 121,685 miles
  • 2015 – 113,030 miles
  • 2014 – 103,289 miles
  • 2013 – 94,590 miles
  • 2012 – 85,895 miles
  • 2011 – 74,253 miles
  • 2010 – 65,777 miles
  • 2009 – 58,527 miles
  • 2008 – 51,567 miles
  • 2007 – 44,194 miles
  • 2006 – 36,233 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front headlamps (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryCorrosion within prescribed areas and prescribed components / under vehicle / general

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 12 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    832398697883
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front headlamps (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion within prescribed areas and prescribed components / under vehicle / general

  2. Pass166,217 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    166,217 miles
    Test number
    858042464117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion within prescribed areas and prescribed components / under vehicle / general
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade slightly worn

  3. Fail166,172 miles (+1,131)3 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,172 miles
    Test number
    293696645992
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion within prescribed areas and prescribed components / under vehicle / general
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade slightly worn

  4. Pass165,041 miles (+1,596)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    165,041 miles
    Test number
    539366092564
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass163,445 miles (+12,599)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    163,445 miles
    Test number
    799462520260
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryAge related corrosion within all prescribed areas under the vehicle

  6. Pass150,846 miles (+4,844)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    150,846 miles
    Test number
    745887409596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass146,002 miles (+3)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    146,002 miles
    Test number
    431041404861
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi deterioration/ worn
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail145,999 miles (+2,049)6 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,999 miles
    Test number
    517616626198
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi deterioration/ worn
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass143,950 miles (+5,028)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    143,950 miles
    Test number
    845442041015
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass138,922 miles (+9,074)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    138,922 miles
    Test number
    147727273547
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass129,848 miles (+8,163)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    129,848 miles
    Test number
    486298004649
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass121,685 miles (+8,655)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    121,685 miles
    Test number
    625705775213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass113,030 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    113,030 miles
    Test number
    182794981911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail113,030 miles (+9,741)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,030 miles
    Test number
    665691731668
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass103,289 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    103,289 miles
    Test number
    436748924445
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteO/s/f tyre inner and outter tread uneven wear

  16. Fail103,289 miles (+114)4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,289 miles
    Test number
    857518224383
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteO/s/f tyre inner and outter tread uneven wear

  17. Fail103,175 miles (+8,585)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,175 miles
    Test number
    437153024339
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass94,590 miles (+109)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    94,590 miles
    Test number
    735319723318
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Fail94,481 miles (+8,586)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,481 miles
    Test number
    245264023365
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass85,895 miles (+11,642)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    85,895 miles
    Test number
    827267542340
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Fail74,253 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,253 miles
    Test number
    185752231365
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  22. Pass74,253 miles (+8,476)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    74,253 miles
    Test number
    635742631399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass65,777 miles (+7,250)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    65,777 miles
    Test number
    910622940360
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass58,527 miles (+6,960)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    58,527 miles
    Test number
    941991449310
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass51,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    51,567 miles
    Test number
    272745348350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail51,566 miles (+7,372)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,566 miles
    Test number
    461115248307
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  27. Pass44,194 miles (+7,961)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    44,194 miles
    Test number
    382136347355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass36,233 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    36,233 miles
    Test number
    762626246377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL53 ASO

Does LL53 ASO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL53 ASO is valid until 5 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL53 ASO?
The MOT on LL53 ASO is valid until 5 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL53 ASO done?
LL53 ASO was recorded at 166,217 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2025, an average of 6,971 miles a year.
Has LL53 ASO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 ASO has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LL53 ASO 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 LL53 ASO find?
LL53 ASO passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2026 with 5 advisories: exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front headlamps; tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres, and 2 more.

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