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Volkswagen Passat

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

LL53 HSUMOT history

LL53 HSU is a blue diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 30 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 175,011 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

LL53 HSU blue Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jan 2027
Mileage
175,011 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,447 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 HSU
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
30 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 HSU was last recorded at 175,011 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 20,209 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,802 miles · 18 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
20,209 miles
Average per year
8,447 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 175,011 miles
  • 2025 – 154,802 miles
  • 2024 – 152,889 miles
  • 2023 – 148,881 miles
  • 2022 – 145,424 miles
  • 2021 – 140,649 miles
  • 2020 – 134,891 miles
  • 2019 – 132,715 miles
  • 2018 – 122,977 miles
  • 2017 – 109,159 miles
  • 2016 – 104,504 miles
  • 2014 – 98,326 miles
  • 2013 – 91,357 miles
  • 2012 – 84,266 miles
  • 2011 – 70,289 miles
  • 2010 – 56,880 miles
  • 2009 – 46,193 miles
  • 2008 – 31,766 miles
  • 2007 – 17,669 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,011 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass175,011 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    175,011 miles
    Test number
    481392922037
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail175,011 miles (+20,209)1 major2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,011 miles
    Test number
    699485817513
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass154,802 miles (+1,913)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    154,802 miles
    Test number
    388048631928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass152,889 miles (+4,008)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    152,889 miles
    Test number
    377039943025
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass148,881 miles (+3,457)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    148,881 miles
    Test number
    423657310164
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass145,424 miles (+4,775)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    145,424 miles
    Test number
    532848077486
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass140,649 miles (+5,758)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    140,649 miles
    Test number
    461549020333
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass134,891 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    134,891 miles
    Test number
    600153097429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail134,882 miles (+2,167)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,882 miles
    Test number
    869915119463
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass132,715 miles (+9,738)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    132,715 miles
    Test number
    412407560115
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

  11. Pass122,977 miles (+13,818)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    122,977 miles
    Test number
    819231518374
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both (2.5.A.1c)

  12. Pass109,159 miles (+4,655)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    109,159 miles
    Test number
    326142291864

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass104,504 miles (+6,178)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    104,504 miles
    Test number
    309649362707
    • AdvisoryBoth front aero style wiper blades smeary.
    • AdvisoryEngine warning light on. Blue/grey smoke when revved. Recommend diagnosis and repair.
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-3mm. Cracked on inside sidewall. Recommend replacement. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-3mm. Cracked on inside sidewall. Recommend replacement. (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass98,326 miles (+3,890)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    98,326 miles
    Test number
    625813864375
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seats fitted to nearside and offside rear seats not allowing a full inspection of the adult seat belts

  15. Fail94,436 miles (+3,079)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,436 miles
    Test number
    918505214089
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear tyres innerwall slightly perished

  16. Pass91,357 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    91,357 miles
    Test number
    205052213226
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail91,357 miles (+7,091)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,357 miles
    Test number
    367142313295
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass84,266 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    84,266 miles
    Test number
    357892602471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail84,266 miles (+13,977)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,266 miles
    Test number
    689172702242
    • FailureOffside Front 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 Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass70,289 miles (+13,409)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    70,289 miles
    Test number
    936763101284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass56,880 miles (+10,687)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    56,880 miles
    Test number
    800364700202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass46,193 miles (+14,427)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    46,193 miles
    Test number
    244132109279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass31,766 miles (+14,097)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    31,766 miles
    Test number
    772203998162
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass17,669 miles (+2,861)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    17,669 miles
    Test number
    811984197183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass14,808 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    14,808 miles
    Test number
    610639727094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL53 HSU

Does LL53 HSU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL53 HSU is valid until 29 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL53 HSU?
The MOT on LL53 HSU is valid until 29 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL53 HSU done?
LL53 HSU was recorded at 175,011 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 8,447 miles a year.
Has LL53 HSU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 HSU has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LL53 HSU 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 HSU find?
LL53 HSU passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 1 more.

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