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Volkswagen Passat

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

LO08 METMOT history

LO08 MET is a black diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 11 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 11 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 143,682 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Dec 2025.

LO08 MET black Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Dec 2026
Mileage
143,682 mi
At MOT on 1 Dec 2025
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,299 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO08 MET
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
11 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO08 MET was last recorded at 143,682 miles on 1 Dec 2025, 8,994 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,688 miles · 9 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
8,994 miles
Average per year
8,299 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 143,682 miles
  • 2024 – 134,688 miles
  • 2023 – 125,812 miles
  • 2022 – 117,416 miles
  • 2021 – 107,235 miles
  • 2020 – 102,369 miles
  • 2019 – 95,560 miles
  • 2018 – 88,482 miles
  • 2017 – 79,096 miles
  • 2016 – 69,451 miles
  • 2015 – 59,508 miles
  • 2014 – 49,334 miles
  • 2013 – 41,088 miles
  • 2012 – 32,468 miles
  • 2011 – 23,380 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,682 miles
  • AdvisoryInner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All four (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

19 tests since 3 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,682 miles (+8,994)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    143,682 miles
    Test number
    789358195054
    • AdvisoryInner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All four (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass134,688 miles (+8,876)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    134,688 miles
    Test number
    428755743892
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement See both sides console bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass125,812 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    125,812 miles
    Test number
    429680127582
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Console bush perished, small split. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail125,812 miles (+8,396)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,812 miles
    Test number
    802450918054
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Console bush perished, small split. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass117,416 miles (+10,181)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    117,416 miles
    Test number
    913263509552
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Track control arm rear bush has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass107,235 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    107,235 miles
    Test number
    845176259779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail107,235 miles (+4,866)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,235 miles
    Test number
    752527967190
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass102,369 miles (+6,809)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    102,369 miles
    Test number
    420644051604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass95,560 miles (+7,078)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    95,560 miles
    Test number
    130957413083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass88,482 miles (+9,386)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    88,482 miles
    Test number
    769091701655
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass79,096 miles (+9,645)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    79,096 miles
    Test number
    759654318893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass69,451 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    69,451 miles
    Test number
    183296196005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail69,451 miles (+9,943)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,451 miles
    Test number
    723025745038
    • FailureNearside Front Inner brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer 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 Inner brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass59,508 miles (+10,174)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    59,508 miles
    Test number
    335983055160
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass49,334 miles (+8,246)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    49,334 miles
    Test number
    579574954133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOne brake pipe clip broken on rear axle

  16. Pass41,088 miles (+8,620)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    41,088 miles
    Test number
    228385353175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass32,468 miles (+9,088)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    32,468 miles
    Test number
    756809252145
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass23,380 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    23,380 miles
    Test number
    219244951458
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Fail23,378 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,378 miles
    Test number
    255744151154
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LO08 MET

Does LO08 MET currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LO08 MET is valid until 11 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LO08 MET?
The MOT on LO08 MET is valid until 11 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LO08 MET done?
LO08 MET was recorded at 143,682 miles at its MOT on 1 Dec 2025, an average of 8,299 miles a year.
Has LO08 MET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO08 MET has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LO08 MET 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 LO08 MET find?
LO08 MET passed its latest MOT on 1 Dec 2025 with 5 advisories: inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four; nearside front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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