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Volkswagen Passat

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,999 cc

LM52 UXEMOT history

LM52 UXE is a silver petrol Volkswagen Passat first used on 28 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 31 Mar 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 105,956 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2025.

LM52 UXE silver Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Passat, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 31 Mar 2026
Mileage
105,956 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,830 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 UXE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 UXE was last recorded at 105,956 miles on 1 Apr 2025, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,946 miles · 7 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
4,830 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 105,956 miles
  • 2024 – 101,597 miles
  • 2023 – 96,743 miles
  • 2022 – 91,785 miles
  • 2021 – 72,105 miles
  • 2020 – 56,477 miles
  • 2019 – 38,002 miles
  • 2018 – 37,150 miles
  • 2017 – 35,877 miles
  • 2016 – 34,610 miles
  • 2015 – 33,946 miles
  • 2014 – 32,191 miles
  • 2013 – 30,887 miles
  • 2012 – 30,260 miles
  • 2011 – 29,494 miles
  • 2010 – 27,368 miles
  • 2009 – 24,633 miles
  • 2008 – 21,885 miles
  • 2007 – 18,537 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,956 miles
  • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated push button broken (1.1.6 (d))

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 24 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,956 miles (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    105,956 miles
    Test number
    143329028530
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated push button broken (1.1.6 (d))

  2. Fail105,946 miles (+4,349)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,946 miles
    Test number
    353249622781
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorSpeedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated knob broken (1.1.6 (d))

  3. Pass101,597 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    101,597 miles
    Test number
    933422565647
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Fail101,596 miles (+4,853)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,596 miles
    Test number
    666896092697
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass96,743 miles (+25)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    96,743 miles
    Test number
    479596640703
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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 Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear can not open boot

  6. Fail96,718 miles (+4,933)2 dangerous7 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,718 miles
    Test number
    981597508936
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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 Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear can not open boot

  7. Pass91,785 miles (+506)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    91,785 miles
    Test number
    186496559289
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex breaking up (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner and outer arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner and outer arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml light on but vehicle registered before 2003

  8. Fail91,279 miles (+19,174)3 dangerous3 major3 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,279 miles
    Test number
    877534227993
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex breaking up (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread plate damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner and outer upper arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both upper inner and outer arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEml light on but vehicle registered before july 2003

  9. Pass72,105 miles (+13)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    72,105 miles
    Test number
    215293473468
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex has blow and is breaking up (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail72,092 miles (+15,615)1 dangerous6 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,092 miles
    Test number
    484811195685
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (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))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex has blow and is breaking up (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass56,477 miles (+228)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    56,477 miles
    Test number
    567808899712
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail56,249 miles (+18,247)4 dangerous10 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,249 miles
    Test number
    790082236885
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass38,002 miles (+852)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    38,002 miles
    Test number
    656980082152
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass37,150 miles (+1,273)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    37,150 miles
    Test number
    948595761701
    • AdvisoryOffside rear door difficult in opening from outside.

  15. Pass35,877 miles (+1,267)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    35,877 miles
    Test number
    545609295867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,610 miles (+664)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    34,610 miles
    Test number
    535745401448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass33,946 miles (+1,755)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    33,946 miles
    Test number
    189427555064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail32,191 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,191 miles
    Test number
    209647564072
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass32,191 miles (+1,304)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    32,191 miles
    Test number
    768127164020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,887 miles (+627)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    30,887 miles
    Test number
    945998053048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,260 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    30,260 miles
    Test number
    196026162070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail30,260 miles (+766)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,260 miles
    Test number
    688176362054
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  23. Pass29,494 miles (+2,126)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    29,494 miles
    Test number
    657435151054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass27,368 miles (+2,735)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    27,368 miles
    Test number
    634369640081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass24,633 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    24,633 miles
    Test number
    734187759045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail24,633 miles (+2,748)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,633 miles
    Test number
    740027359070
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  27. Pass21,885 miles (+3,348)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    21,885 miles
    Test number
    583519058073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass18,537 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    18,537 miles
    Test number
    150115057067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 UXE

Does LM52 UXE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 UXE expired on 31 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 UXE?
The MOT on LM52 UXE expired on 31 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 UXE done?
LM52 UXE was recorded at 105,956 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2025, an average of 4,830 miles a year.
Has LM52 UXE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 UXE has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LM52 UXE 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 UXE find?
LM52 UXE passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2025 with 4 advisories: anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside, and 1 more.

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