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Volkswagen Passat

Red · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LM52 CTFMOT history

LM52 CTF is a red diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 16 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 15 Aug 2026 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 220,613 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2025.

LM52 CTF red Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Aug 2026
Mileage
220,613 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2025
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,500 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 CTF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
16 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 CTF was last recorded at 220,613 miles on 11 Aug 2025, 7,377 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
213,236 miles · 24 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
7,377 miles
Average per year
8,500 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 220,613 miles
  • 2024 – 213,236 miles
  • 2023 – 206,493 miles
  • 2022 – 200,202 miles
  • 2021 – 194,949 miles
  • 2020 – 189,760 miles
  • 2019 – 183,704 miles
  • 2018 – 176,851 miles
  • 2017 – 171,125 miles
  • 2016 – 163,442 miles
  • 2015 – 156,054 miles
  • 2014 – 145,007 miles
  • 2013 – 131,329 miles
  • 2012 – 114,733 miles
  • 2011 – 105,872 miles
  • 2010 – 95,130 miles
  • 2009 – 86,712 miles
  • 2008 – 85,599 miles
  • 2007 – 71,012 miles
  • 2006 – 54,133 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass220,613 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Rear seats folded at time of test not allowing full inspection of seatbelts

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2015–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear winter tyre fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

32 tests since 9 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass220,613 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    220,613 miles
    Test number
    702816478531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail220,613 miles (+7,377)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,613 miles
    Test number
    251719752865
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides no pattern (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  3. Pass213,236 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    213,236 miles
    Test number
    321846765749
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Fail213,234 miles (+6,741)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,234 miles
    Test number
    337774159831
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Subframe mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Pass206,493 miles (+6,291)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    206,493 miles
    Test number
    389475238142
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension bushes perishing
    • AdvisoryGeneral age related corrosion throughout body and components
  6. Pass200,202 miles (+5,253)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    200,202 miles
    Test number
    613908388912
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear at hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all front bushes age related wear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front wings tape repair
    • AdvisoryGeneral age related corrosion
  7. Pass194,949 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    194,949 miles
    Test number
    145388817078
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm center bush / shocker mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Fail194,948 miles (+5,188)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,948 miles
    Test number
    223110918140
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm flat spot (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm center bush / shocker mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass189,760 miles (+67)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    189,760 miles
    Test number
    367933974100
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear winter tyre fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear seats folded at time of test not allowing full inspection of seatbelts
  10. Fail189,693 miles (+5,989)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,693 miles
    Test number
    378927939344
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear winter tyre fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear seats folded at time of test not allowing full inspection of seatbelts
  11. Pass183,704 miles (+6,853)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    183,704 miles
    Test number
    575501344448
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Windscreen washer not working
  12. Pass176,851 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    176,851 miles
    Test number
    620439799197
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front head light damage (hole)
    • AdvisoryRear screen washer jet blocked ??
  13. Fail176,851 miles (+5,726)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,851 miles
    Test number
    451923169871
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front head light damage (hole)
    • AdvisoryRear screen washer jet blocked ??
  14. Pass171,125 miles (+34)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    171,125 miles
    Test number
    874323827127
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes greased
  15. Fail171,091 miles (+7,649)2 dangerous6 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,091 miles
    Test number
    542288218208
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake performance not tested leeking (3.7.A.1)
    • DangerousRear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release all buckles missing (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush front (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear rear seats folded at time of test not allowing full inspection of seatbelts & no head rests in rear
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryService light on
  16. Pass163,442 miles (+7,388)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    163,442 miles
    Test number
    462181728191
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCambelt overdue
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four corners (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear seats folded at time of test not allowing full inspection of seatbelts
  17. Pass156,054 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    156,054 miles
    Test number
    418582195647
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryOil leak dripping
    • AdvisoryRear seats folded at time of test not allowing full Inspection of seatbelts
  18. Fail156,054 miles (+11,047)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,054 miles
    Test number
    773130012451
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryOil leak dripping
    • AdvisoryRear seats folded at time of test not allowing full Inspection of seatbelts
  19. Pass145,007 miles5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    145,007 miles
    Test number
    328362864279
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteRear seats folded down not allowing full inspection of seat belts.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  20. Fail145,007 miles (+13,678)2 failures7 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,007 miles
    Test number
    885815554281
    • FailureFront Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak onto nearside front rollbar link.
    • NoteRear seats folded down not allowing full inspection of seat belts.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  21. Pass131,329 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    131,329 miles
    Test number
    479178163235
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  22. Fail131,329 miles (+8,105)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,329 miles
    Test number
    399528463474
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  23. Pass123,224 miles (+8,491)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    123,224 miles
    Test number
    496395613028
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  24. Pass114,733 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    114,733 miles
    Test number
    159488112029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail114,733 miles (+8,861)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,733 miles
    Test number
    957578712058
    • 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)
    • 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 Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
  26. Pass105,872 miles (+10,742)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    105,872 miles
    Test number
    865836921026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  27. Pass95,130 miles (+8,418)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    95,130 miles
    Test number
    500508520041
    • 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)
  28. Pass86,712 miles (+1,113)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    86,712 miles
    Test number
    923196429050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass85,599 miles (+14,587)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    85,599 miles
    Test number
    752244818003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass71,012 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    71,012 miles
    Test number
    550846317005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail71,009 miles (+16,876)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,009 miles
    Test number
    911425417091
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  32. Pass54,133 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    54,133 miles
    Test number
    711409206026
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LM52 CTF

Does LM52 CTF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 CTF expired on 15 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 CTF?
The MOT on LM52 CTF expired on 15 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 CTF done?
LM52 CTF was recorded at 220,613 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2025, an average of 8,500 miles a year.
Has LM52 CTF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 CTF has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LM52 CTF 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 LM52 CTF find?
LM52 CTF passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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