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Volkswagen Passat

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

LL53 HZGMOT history

LL53 HZG is a black diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 5 Feb 2004. Its MOT expired on 22 May 2025 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 190,426 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2024.

LL53 HZG black Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 May 2025
Mileage
190,426 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2024
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
9,597 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 HZG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
5 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 May 2025
Latest MOT test
20 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 HZG was last recorded at 190,426 miles on 20 May 2024, 5,565 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
184,861 miles · 22 May 2023
Between the last two tests
5,565 miles
Average per year
9,597 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 190,426 miles
  • 2023 – 184,861 miles
  • 2022 – 180,433 miles
  • 2021 – 174,736 miles
  • 2020 – 171,052 miles
  • 2019 – 165,003 miles
  • 2018 – 159,317 miles
  • 2017 – 153,894 miles
  • 2016 – 149,547 miles
  • 2015 – 143,891 miles
  • 2014 – 138,185 miles
  • 2013 – 131,751 miles
  • 2012 – 125,596 miles
  • 2011 – 116,076 miles
  • 2010 – 99,811 miles
  • 2009 – 76,848 miles
  • 2008 – 50,859 miles
  • 2007 – 24,411 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass190,426 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • 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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front wings in poor condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 1 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass190,426 miles (+5,565)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    190,426 miles
    Test number
    325253114031
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass184,861 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2024
    Odometer
    184,861 miles
    Test number
    345989947026
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail184,861 miles (+4,428)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,861 miles
    Test number
    379943050406
    • MajorFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass180,433 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2023
    Odometer
    180,433 miles
    Test number
    578893195896
    • AdvisoryFront wings in poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside body work damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail180,433 miles (+5,697)3 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,433 miles
    Test number
    685526444569
    • DangerousNearside Rear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached missing (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousReverse lights stuck on
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront wings in poor condition
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass174,736 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    174,736 miles
    Test number
    604171879584
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing waqll (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail174,734 miles (+3,682)1 dangerous1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,734 miles
    Test number
    282897130107
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 235 40 18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing waqll (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass171,052 miles4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    171,052 miles
    Test number
    191435761384
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail171,045 miles (+6,042)1 dangerous1 major4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,045 miles
    Test number
    279101656863
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass165,003 miles (+5,686)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    165,003 miles
    Test number
    676850531290
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both arches corroded

  11. Pass159,317 miles (+60)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    159,317 miles
    Test number
    444482458854
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryService brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)

  12. Fail159,257 miles (+5,363)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,257 miles
    Test number
    584176663936
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryService brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)

  13. Pass153,894 miles (+79)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    153,894 miles
    Test number
    992059456038
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  14. Fail153,815 miles (+4,268)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,815 miles
    Test number
    597279831375
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside 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 Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  15. Pass149,547 miles (+100)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    149,547 miles
    Test number
    588115794983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail149,447 miles (+5,556)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,447 miles
    Test number
    100260928084
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass143,891 miles (+5,706)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    143,891 miles
    Test number
    706371375089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteWipers poor but clear screen

  18. Pass138,185 miles (+6,434)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    138,185 miles
    Test number
    188569464409
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront tyres worn inner edges

  19. Pass131,751 miles (+1)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    131,751 miles
    Test number
    665359653000
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Fail131,750 miles (+44)7 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,750 miles
    Test number
    198678553459
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Fail131,706 miles (+6,110)7 failures1 repaired10 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,706 miles
    Test number
    705804653004
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • 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 has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteTowbar grey socket has melted around centre pin
    • NoteWiper poor but clear screen

  22. Pass125,596 miles (+9,520)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    125,596 miles
    Test number
    495429052026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass116,076 miles (+81)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    116,076 miles
    Test number
    105322651423
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  24. Fail115,995 miles (+16,184)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,995 miles
    Test number
    415558241001
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  25. Pass99,811 miles (+22,963)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    99,811 miles
    Test number
    384524450078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass76,848 miles (+25,989)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    76,848 miles
    Test number
    250947249035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass50,859 miles (+26,448)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    50,859 miles
    Test number
    313775338039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass24,411 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    24,411 miles
    Test number
    131122537087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL53 HZG

Does LL53 HZG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL53 HZG expired on 22 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL53 HZG?
The MOT on LL53 HZG expired on 22 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL53 HZG done?
LL53 HZG was recorded at 190,426 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2024, an average of 9,597 miles a year.
Has LL53 HZG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 HZG has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2023.
Has the mileage on LL53 HZG 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 HZG find?
LL53 HZG passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2024 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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