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Volkswagen Passat

Black · Diesel · 2014 · 1,968 cc

LM54 DBMMOT history

LM54 DBM is a black diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 12 Jun 2014. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jan 2027 and it has passed 9 of 10 MOT tests, with 96,745 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Dec 2025.

LM54 DBM black Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jan 2027
Mileage
96,745 mi
At MOT on 11 Dec 2025
MOT tests
10
9 passed · 1 failed
Per year
2,424 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 DBM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
12 Jun 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 DBM was last recorded at 96,745 miles on 11 Dec 2025, 1,809 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,936 miles · 2 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,809 miles
Average per year
2,424 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 96,745 miles
  • 2024 – 93,570 miles
  • 2022 – 90,499 miles
  • 2021 – 89,025 miles
  • 2020 – 87,400 miles
  • 2019 – 83,884 miles
  • 2018 – 79,417 miles
  • 2017 – 76,308 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,745 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Spring hanger (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Spring hanger (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Under bonnet covers fitted restricting inspection

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Under vehicle covers fitted restricting inspection

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

10 tests since 6 Jul 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,745 miles (+1,809)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    96,745 miles
    Test number
    648698883860
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Spring hanger (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Spring hanger (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass94,936 miles (+1,366)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    94,936 miles
    Test number
    495201528257
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass93,570 miles (+3,071)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    93,570 miles
    Test number
    374471627636
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass90,499 miles (+1,474)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    90,499 miles
    Test number
    105666220536
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass89,025 miles (+1,625)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    89,025 miles
    Test number
    232567176692
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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 (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 Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNoise from gearbox/flywheel area
    • AdvisoryUnder bonnet covers fitted restricting inspection
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle covers fitted restricting inspection
  6. Pass87,400 miles (+3,516)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    87,400 miles
    Test number
    113198744279
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder bonnet covers fitted restricting inspection
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle covers fitted restricting inspection
  7. Pass83,884 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    83,884 miles
    Test number
    394926482937
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder bonnet covers fitted restricting inspection
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle covers fitted restricting inspection
  8. Fail83,884 miles (+4,467)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,884 miles
    Test number
    118825771262
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder bonnet covers fitted restricting inspection
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle covers fitted restricting inspection
  9. Pass79,417 miles (+3,109)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    79,417 miles
    Test number
    522714771567
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryUnder bonnet covers fitted restricting inspection
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle covers fitted restricting inspection
  10. Pass76,308 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    76,308 miles
    Test number
    441642169979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM54 DBM

Does LM54 DBM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM54 DBM is valid until 5 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM54 DBM?
The MOT on LM54 DBM is valid until 5 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM54 DBM done?
LM54 DBM was recorded at 96,745 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2025, an average of 2,424 miles a year.
Has LM54 DBM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 DBM has failed 1 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2019.
Has the mileage on LM54 DBM 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 LM54 DBM find?
LM54 DBM passed its latest MOT on 11 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened spring hanger, and 6 more.

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