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Volkswagen Passat TDI

Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 1,968 cc

LL61 DCEMOT history

LL61 DCE is a blue diesel Volkswagen Passat TDI first used on 30 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 2 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 72,478 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Apr 2026.

LL61 DCE blue Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Apr 2027
Mileage
72,478 mi
At MOT on 3 Apr 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,583 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL61 DCE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat TDI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
30 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL61 DCE was last recorded at 72,478 miles on 3 Apr 2026, 1,253 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,225 miles · 17 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,253 miles
Average per year
5,583 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,478 miles
  • 2024 – 71,225 miles
  • 2023 – 68,444 miles
  • 2022 – 59,337 miles
  • 2021 – 51,179 miles
  • 2020 – 39,367 miles
  • 2019 – 32,899 miles
  • 2018 – 25,604 miles
  • 2017 – 17,886 miles
  • 2016 – 14,698 miles
  • 2015 – 11,601 miles
  • 2014 – 8,796 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,478 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (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.

  • Both front wishbone rear bushes are starting to crack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front reg plate cracked and damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear tyre has sidewall damage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Under trays fitted obscuring some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

16 tests since 6 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,478 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    72,478 miles
    Test number
    263673712821
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail72,478 miles (+1,253)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,478 miles
    Test number
    281668413377
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass71,225 miles (+2,781)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    71,225 miles
    Test number
    864023509597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass68,444 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    68,444 miles
    Test number
    949370568069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail68,444 miles (+9,107)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,444 miles
    Test number
    923288367299
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt STEEL (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  6. Pass59,337 miles (+8,158)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    59,337 miles
    Test number
    966163420951
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass51,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    51,179 miles
    Test number
    682526042074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail51,179 miles (+11,812)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,179 miles
    Test number
    177730150960
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass39,367 miles (+6,468)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    39,367 miles
    Test number
    480432933194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass32,899 miles (+7,295)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    32,899 miles
    Test number
    949103420497
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords to sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords to sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords to sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  11. Pass25,604 miles (+7,718)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    25,604 miles
    Test number
    906337748164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Pass17,886 miles (+3,188)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    17,886 miles
    Test number
    522681478836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass14,698 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    14,698 miles
    Test number
    463577115739
    • AdvisoryBoth front wishbone rear bushes are starting to crack
    • AdvisoryFront reg plate cracked and damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has sidewall damage
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some components
  14. Fail14,698 miles (+3,097)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,698 miles
    Test number
    325177496743
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords OUTER SIDEWALL (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords OUTER SIDEWALL (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front wishbone rear bushes are starting to crack
    • AdvisoryFront reg plate cracked and damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has sidewall damage
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some components
  15. Pass11,601 miles (+2,805)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    11,601 miles
    Test number
    591948871341
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat has child seat fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat has child seat fitted
  16. Pass8,796 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    8,796 miles
    Test number
    128950114346
    • NoteSmall cut inouter sidewall of n/s/f tyre

Questions about LL61 DCE

Does LL61 DCE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL61 DCE is valid until 2 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL61 DCE?
The MOT on LL61 DCE is valid until 2 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL61 DCE done?
LL61 DCE was recorded at 72,478 miles at its MOT on 3 Apr 2026, an average of 5,583 miles a year.
Has LL61 DCE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL61 DCE has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LL61 DCE 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 LL61 DCE find?
LL61 DCE passed its latest MOT on 3 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides.

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