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Volkswagen Passat

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

LM04 HKYMOT history

LM04 HKY is a black diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 31 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 26 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 222,582 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2026.

LM04 HKY black Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Sept 2027
Mileage
222,582 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
9,313 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM04 HKY
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
31 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM04 HKY was last recorded at 222,582 miles on 5 Sept 2026, 2,020 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 May 2012: 107,121 miles, lower than 312,556 miles on 19 May 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
220,562 miles · 30 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,020 miles
Average per year
9,313 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 222,582 miles
  • 2025 – 220,562 miles
  • 2024 – 217,442 miles
  • 2023 – 212,224 miles
  • 2022 – 204,558 miles
  • 2021 – 193,091 miles
  • 2019 – 185,325 miles
  • 2018 – 174,434 miles
  • 2017 – 163,687 miles
  • 2016 – 153,158 miles
  • 2015 – 141,733 miles
  • 2014 – 133,364 miles
  • 2013 – 119,948 miles
  • 2012 – 107,121 miles
  • 2011 – 312,556 miles
  • 2010 – 82,529 miles
  • 2009 – 68,641 miles
  • 2008 – 55,814 miles
  • 2007 – 42,596 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass222,582 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear tail light defective

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

31 tests since 9 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass222,582 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    222,582 miles
    Test number
    346558782064
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tail light defective

  2. Fail222,582 miles (+2,020)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,582 miles
    Test number
    555032487724
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tail light defective

  3. Pass220,562 miles (+3,120)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    220,562 miles
    Test number
    483083690416
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass217,442 miles (+5,218)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    217,442 miles
    Test number
    185213714941
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light cracked

  5. Pass212,224 miles (+7,666)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    212,224 miles
    Test number
    583635424631
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated n/s & o/s (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s & o/s - edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryStone chips on windscreen

  6. Pass204,558 miles (+11,467)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    204,558 miles
    Test number
    645871679003
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass193,091 miles (+27)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    193,091 miles
    Test number
    924678730239
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail193,064 miles (+43)3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,064 miles
    Test number
    763410767119
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal feels spongy recommend a brake fluid change
    • 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 Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail193,021 miles (+7,696)1 dangerous4 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,021 miles
    Test number
    193315584935
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to excessive smoke blocking tester (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal feels slightly spongy recommend a brake fluid change

  10. Pass185,325 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    185,325 miles
    Test number
    676665669036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail185,325 miles (+10,891)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,325 miles
    Test number
    220377480500
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

  12. Pass174,434 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    174,434 miles
    Test number
    331294738064
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  13. Fail174,434 miles (+10,747)5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,434 miles
    Test number
    482822483366
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  14. Pass163,687 miles (+10,529)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    163,687 miles
    Test number
    388055897861
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass153,158 miles (+57)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    153,158 miles
    Test number
    175131476274
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Fail153,101 miles (+11,368)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,101 miles
    Test number
    944493958395
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass141,733 miles (+8,369)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    141,733 miles
    Test number
    646805535123
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass133,364 miles (+35)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    133,364 miles
    Test number
    446466854168
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Fail133,329 miles (+13,381)1 dangerous3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,329 miles
    Test number
    747414854118
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass119,948 miles (+12,827)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    119,948 miles
    Test number
    245267933487
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail107,121 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,121 miles
    Test number
    306014322197
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass107,121 miles (-205,435)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    107,121 miles
    Test number
    967624822156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass312,556 miles (+230,027)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    312,556 miles
    Test number
    906819831168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass82,529 miles (+133)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    82,529 miles
    Test number
    130697730194
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Fail82,396 miles (+13,755)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,396 miles
    Test number
    684273230153
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Pass68,641 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    68,641 miles
    Test number
    332171049154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail68,641 miles (+12,827)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,641 miles
    Test number
    591781049147
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass55,814 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2009
    Odometer
    55,814 miles
    Test number
    332061658145
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Fail55,814 miles (+13,218)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,814 miles
    Test number
    761749448158
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass42,596 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2008
    Odometer
    42,596 miles
    Test number
    323219927125
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  31. Fail42,596 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,596 miles
    Test number
    443409227133
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Questions about LM04 HKY

Does LM04 HKY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM04 HKY is valid until 26 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM04 HKY?
The MOT on LM04 HKY is valid until 26 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM04 HKY done?
LM04 HKY was recorded at 222,582 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2026, an average of 9,313 miles a year.
Has LM04 HKY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM04 HKY has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LM04 HKY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 May 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM04 HKY find?
LM04 HKY passed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front oil leak, but not excessive; front wipers smearing, and 2 more.

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