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Volkswagen Passat

Blue · Diesel · 2016 · 1,968 cc

LM16 SWMMOT history

LM16 SWM is a blue diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 22 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 14 Feb 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 205,672 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

LM16 SWM blue Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Feb 2027
Mileage
205,672 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
22,739 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM16 SWM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
22 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM16 SWM was last recorded at 205,672 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
205,672 miles · 16 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
22,739 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 205,672 miles
  • 2025 – 183,620 miles
  • 2024 – 158,667 miles
  • 2023 – 134,906 miles
  • 2022 – 109,870 miles
  • 2021 – 88,211 miles
  • 2020 – 70,359 miles
  • 2019 – 49,909 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass205,672 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

11 tests since 19 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass205,672 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    205,672 miles
    Test number
    646571873632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail205,672 miles (+22,052)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,672 miles
    Test number
    245432811101
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass183,620 miles (+24,953)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    183,620 miles
    Test number
    799590394511
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass158,667 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    158,667 miles
    Test number
    167475520506
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  5. Fail158,657 miles (+23,751)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,657 miles
    Test number
    670304230089
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge and has cut (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and heavily worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass134,906 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    134,906 miles
    Test number
    441437172753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail134,906 miles (+25,036)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,906 miles
    Test number
    687086858653
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass109,870 miles (+21,659)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    109,870 miles
    Test number
    708546093981
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass88,211 miles (+17,852)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    88,211 miles
    Test number
    218034003034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass70,359 miles (+20,450)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    70,359 miles
    Test number
    228975375150
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm and worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder bellys fitted
  11. Pass49,909 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    49,909 miles
    Test number
    574669925515
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and heavily worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and heavily worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about LM16 SWM

Does LM16 SWM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM16 SWM is valid until 14 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM16 SWM?
The MOT on LM16 SWM is valid until 14 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM16 SWM done?
LM16 SWM was recorded at 205,672 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 22,739 miles a year.
Has LM16 SWM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM16 SWM has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LM16 SWM 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 LM16 SWM find?
LM16 SWM passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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