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Volkswagen Passat

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,798 cc

LO08 XEBMOT history

LO08 XEB is a grey petrol Volkswagen Passat first used on 11 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 7 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 98,928 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

LO08 XEB grey Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Passat, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Sept 2027
Mileage
98,928 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,049 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO08 XEB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
11 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO08 XEB was last recorded at 98,928 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,928 miles · 27 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,049 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,928 miles
  • 2025 – 90,617 miles
  • 2024 – 88,125 miles
  • 2023 – 81,967 miles
  • 2022 – 70,638 miles
  • 2021 – 58,222 miles
  • 2020 – 51,894 miles
  • 2019 – 50,056 miles
  • 2018 – 47,482 miles
  • 2014 – 39,295 miles
  • 2013 – 35,736 miles
  • 2012 – 29,710 miles
  • 2011 – 22,134 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,928 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both . corroded (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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, 2024–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both. inner faces of discs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 20 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,928 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    98,928 miles
    Test number
    226472832532
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both . corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail98,928 miles (+8,311)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,928 miles
    Test number
    402885063204
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed major exhaust leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear section of exhaust (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both . corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass90,617 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    90,617 miles
    Test number
    440284563125
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms rear bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tread at 3mm both bald on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail90,617 miles (+2,492)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,617 miles
    Test number
    342958482203
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms rear bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tread at 3mm both bald on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass88,125 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    88,125 miles
    Test number
    659451726636
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail88,125 miles (+6,158)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,125 miles
    Test number
    473610288007
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust sleeve corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass81,967 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    81,967 miles
    Test number
    530873571597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail81,967 miles (+11,329)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,967 miles
    Test number
    294260785656
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass70,638 miles (+12,416)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    70,638 miles
    Test number
    403561986086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass58,222 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    58,222 miles
    Test number
    674994209396
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both. inner faces of discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Fail58,222 miles (+6,328)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,222 miles
    Test number
    861871770133
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both. inner faces of discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass51,894 miles (+1,838)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    51,894 miles
    Test number
    947497747925
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

  13. Pass50,056 miles (+2,574)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    50,056 miles
    Test number
    471819649429
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

  14. Pass47,482 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    47,482 miles
    Test number
    771634239303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail47,482 miles (+8,187)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,482 miles
    Test number
    195230080783
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass39,295 miles (+3,559)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    39,295 miles
    Test number
    309031974189
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOsr and nsr tyres cracked/perished

  17. Pass35,736 miles (+6,026)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    35,736 miles
    Test number
    317172473171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,710 miles (+7,576)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    29,710 miles
    Test number
    188775882187
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Pass22,134 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    22,134 miles
    Test number
    278911071125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

Questions about LO08 XEB

Does LO08 XEB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LO08 XEB is valid until 7 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LO08 XEB?
The MOT on LO08 XEB is valid until 7 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LO08 XEB done?
LO08 XEB was recorded at 98,928 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 5,049 miles a year.
Has LO08 XEB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO08 XEB has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LO08 XEB 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 XEB find?
LO08 XEB passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; front shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both . corroded; nearside rear coil spring corroded.

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