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Volkswagen Passat

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

LL53 FTUMOT history

LL53 FTU is a blue diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 22 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 6 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 167,408 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

LL53 FTU blue Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Feb 2027
Mileage
167,408 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,337 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 FTU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
22 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 FTU was last recorded at 167,408 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,408 miles · 8 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,337 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,408 miles
  • 2025 – 162,797 miles
  • 2024 – 157,181 miles
  • 2023 – 150,684 miles
  • 2022 – 144,139 miles
  • 2021 – 138,887 miles
  • 2020 – 136,490 miles
  • 2019 – 129,874 miles
  • 2018 – 121,362 miles
  • 2017 – 113,900 miles
  • 2016 – 106,914 miles
  • 2015 – 100,630 miles
  • 2014 – 91,197 miles
  • 2013 – 83,070 miles
  • 2012 – 76,040 miles
  • 2011 – 69,617 miles
  • 2010 – 62,791 miles
  • 2009 – 47,960 miles
  • 2008 – 39,286 miles
  • 2007 – 28,040 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,408 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025

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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 22 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,408 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    167,408 miles
    Test number
    294959303699
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail167,408 miles (+4,611)4 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,408 miles
    Test number
    250072615174
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass162,797 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    162,797 miles
    Test number
    709989625166
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail162,797 miles (+5,616)2 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,797 miles
    Test number
    443784325006
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass157,181 miles (+6,497)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    157,181 miles
    Test number
    767327316785
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass150,684 miles (+6,545)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    150,684 miles
    Test number
    674770716067
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass144,139 miles (+5,252)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    144,139 miles
    Test number
    338365551010
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySmall lump in o/s/f flexi hose but does not bulge under pressure

  8. Pass138,887 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    138,887 miles
    Test number
    772365707925
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail138,887 miles (+2,397)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,887 miles
    Test number
    619782452503
    • MajorFront Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced both (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe clip missing underside

  10. Pass136,490 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    136,490 miles
    Test number
    600158040668
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail136,488 miles (+6,614)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,488 miles
    Test number
    271810585566
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass129,874 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    129,874 miles
    Test number
    280542675708
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  13. Fail129,874 miles (+8,512)1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,874 miles
    Test number
    270473166361
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  14. Pass121,362 miles (+7,462)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    121,362 miles
    Test number
    897068784285
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edge

  15. Pass113,900 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    113,900 miles
    Test number
    279775641862

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail113,900 miles (+6,986)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,900 miles
    Test number
    690470169938
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass106,914 miles (+6,284)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    106,914 miles
    Test number
    570336736770
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear child seat fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass100,630 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    100,630 miles
    Test number
    257839165026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail100,630 miles (+9,433)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,630 miles
    Test number
    178048565075
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Pass91,197 miles (+8,127)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    91,197 miles
    Test number
    735459574050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass83,070 miles (+7,030)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    83,070 miles
    Test number
    158326453410
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass76,040 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    76,040 miles
    Test number
    936516962076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear discs corroded

  23. Fail76,040 miles (+6,423)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,040 miles
    Test number
    759395962054
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear discs corroded

  24. Pass69,617 miles (+6,826)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    69,617 miles
    Test number
    576523161073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass62,791 miles (+14,831)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    62,791 miles
    Test number
    522199440077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass47,960 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    47,960 miles
    Test number
    423692579045
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Fail47,960 miles (+8,674)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,960 miles
    Test number
    103741579463
    • FailureFront Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  28. Pass39,286 miles (+11,246)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    39,286 miles
    Test number
    492928718046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass28,040 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    28,040 miles
    Test number
    621462427053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL53 FTU

Does LL53 FTU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL53 FTU is valid until 6 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL53 FTU?
The MOT on LL53 FTU is valid until 6 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL53 FTU done?
LL53 FTU was recorded at 167,408 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 7,337 miles a year.
Has LL53 FTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 FTU has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LL53 FTU 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 FTU find?
LL53 FTU passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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