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Volkswagen Passat

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

LP08 UCSMOT history

LP08 UCS is a black diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 24 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 16 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 204,370 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

LP08 UCS black Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Dec 2026
Mileage
204,370 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
10,166 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 UCS
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
24 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 UCS was last recorded at 204,370 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 6,052 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
198,318 miles · 13 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
6,052 miles
Average per year
10,166 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 204,370 miles
  • 2024 – 198,318 miles
  • 2023 – 188,894 miles
  • 2022 – 178,192 miles
  • 2021 – 171,427 miles
  • 2020 – 164,976 miles
  • 2019 – 155,916 miles
  • 2018 – 147,078 miles
  • 2017 – 130,740 miles
  • 2016 – 117,833 miles
  • 2015 – 107,629 miles
  • 2014 – 96,685 miles
  • 2013 – 83,738 miles
  • 2012 – 73,967 miles
  • 2011 – 57,467 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass204,370 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear tyre wearing unevenly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 5 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass204,370 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    204,370 miles
    Test number
    375153793649
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Fail204,370 miles (+6,052)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,370 miles
    Test number
    276047155276
    • Repaired at testCentral Horn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass198,318 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    198,318 miles
    Test number
    102845973663
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on under-body, sub-frame and suspension components
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail198,318 miles (+9,424)1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,318 miles
    Test number
    337824634442
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on under-body, sub-frame and suspension components
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass188,894 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    188,894 miles
    Test number
    812314579930
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail188,894 miles (+10,702)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,894 miles
    Test number
    268492255131
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass178,192 miles (+6,765)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    178,192 miles
    Test number
    416549821880
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass171,427 miles (+74)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    171,427 miles
    Test number
    447935998103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail171,353 miles (+6,377)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,353 miles
    Test number
    641793427410
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass164,976 miles (+78)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    164,976 miles
    Test number
    938479013985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail164,898 miles (+8,982)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,898 miles
    Test number
    407222837728
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring insecure not located correctly / likely to dislodge. (5.3.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass155,916 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    155,916 miles
    Test number
    224308171844
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper and lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  13. Fail155,916 miles (+8,838)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,916 miles
    Test number
    958522340857
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid n/s/f and o/s/f (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper and lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  14. Pass147,078 miles (+16,338)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    147,078 miles
    Test number
    646548763724
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass130,740 miles (+12,907)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    130,740 miles
    Test number
    294482893106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass117,833 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    117,833 miles
    Test number
    116122977802
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail117,833 miles (+10,204)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,833 miles
    Test number
    110756142694
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass107,629 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    107,629 miles
    Test number
    151349221246
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing unevenly

  19. Fail107,629 miles (+10,944)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,629 miles
    Test number
    363026181822
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit central 3/4 at 1.8mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing unevenly

  20. Pass96,685 miles (+12,947)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    96,685 miles
    Test number
    307723044332
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass83,738 miles (+9,771)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    83,738 miles
    Test number
    685332423356
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass73,967 miles (+16,500)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    73,967 miles
    Test number
    395579032355
    • 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)

  23. Pass57,467 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    57,467 miles
    Test number
    365996581178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP08 UCS

Does LP08 UCS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP08 UCS is valid until 16 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LP08 UCS?
The MOT on LP08 UCS is valid until 16 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP08 UCS done?
LP08 UCS was recorded at 204,370 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 10,166 miles a year.
Has LP08 UCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 UCS has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LP08 UCS 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 LP08 UCS find?
LP08 UCS passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside rear cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 3 more.

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