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Volkswagen Passat

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,781 cc

LR03 ZBUMOT history

LR03 ZBU is a silver petrol Volkswagen Passat first used on 25 Apr 2003. Its MOT expired on 14 Mar 2024 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 111,312 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Mar 2023.

LR03 ZBU silver Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Mar 2024
Mileage
111,312 mi
At MOT on 15 Mar 2023
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,706 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR03 ZBU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
25 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR03 ZBU was last recorded at 111,312 miles on 15 Mar 2023, 2,502 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,810 miles · 14 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
2,502 miles
Average per year
3,706 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 111,312 miles
  • 2022 – 108,810 miles
  • 2021 – 105,787 miles
  • 2020 – 103,064 miles
  • 2019 – 100,264 miles
  • 2018 – 97,963 miles
  • 2017 – 95,389 miles
  • 2016 – 93,766 miles
  • 2015 – 91,780 miles
  • 2014 – 90,382 miles
  • 2013 – 89,260 miles
  • 2012 – 87,997 miles
  • 2011 – 84,842 miles
  • 2010 – 81,913 miles
  • 2009 – 73,946 miles
  • 2008 – 68,992 miles
  • 2007 – 62,291 miles
  • 2006 – 48,517 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,312 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar 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 Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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 Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

26 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,312 miles (+2,502)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    111,312 miles
    Test number
    932061345335
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar 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 Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass108,810 miles (+3,023)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    108,810 miles
    Test number
    903796619161
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  3. Pass105,787 miles (+2,723)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    105,787 miles
    Test number
    134836374302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass103,064 miles (+27)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    103,064 miles
    Test number
    405783258534
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail103,037 miles (+2,773)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,037 miles
    Test number
    521095143592
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass100,264 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    100,264 miles
    Test number
    258765428306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail100,250 miles (+2,287)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,250 miles
    Test number
    894678657051
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass97,963 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    97,963 miles
    Test number
    665362593652
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  9. Fail97,949 miles (+2,560)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,949 miles
    Test number
    973568583473
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  10. Pass95,389 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    95,389 miles
    Test number
    644912513179
    • AdvisoryCoolent Leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  11. Fail95,389 miles (+1,623)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,389 miles
    Test number
    759935242345
    • FailureNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCoolent Leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Pass93,766 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    93,766 miles
    Test number
    561836294606
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Fail93,766 miles (+1,986)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,766 miles
    Test number
    704183272639
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass91,780 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    91,780 miles
    Test number
    278645855037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail91,780 miles (+1,398)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,780 miles
    Test number
    469355155058
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass90,382 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    90,382 miles
    Test number
    416393984096
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear number plate detrioted.
    • NoteSuspension top mount bushes worn slightley.

  17. Fail90,382 miles (+1,122)1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,382 miles
    Test number
    508553784090
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear number plate detrioted.
    • NoteSuspension top mount bushes worn slightley.

  18. Pass89,260 miles (+1,263)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    89,260 miles
    Test number
    148638093446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass87,997 miles (+3,155)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    87,997 miles
    Test number
    366844992070
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system lock to lock check exposes a slightly damaged brake hose (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteOffside front tyre has cut on it.

  20. Pass84,842 miles (+2,929)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    84,842 miles
    Test number
    735930211197
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

  21. Pass81,913 miles (+7,967)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    81,913 miles
    Test number
    804579500136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass73,946 miles (+4,954)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    73,946 miles
    Test number
    740691919190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail68,992 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,992 miles
    Test number
    113942418180
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  24. Pass68,992 miles (+6,701)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    68,992 miles
    Test number
    401862618189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass62,291 miles (+13,774)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    62,291 miles
    Test number
    272361417403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass48,517 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    48,517 miles
    Test number
    151634196448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR03 ZBU

Does LR03 ZBU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR03 ZBU expired on 14 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR03 ZBU?
The MOT on LR03 ZBU expired on 14 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR03 ZBU done?
LR03 ZBU was recorded at 111,312 miles at its MOT on 15 Mar 2023, an average of 3,706 miles a year.
Has LR03 ZBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR03 ZBU has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Feb 2020.
Has the mileage on LR03 ZBU 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 LR03 ZBU find?
LR03 ZBU passed its latest MOT on 15 Mar 2023 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 5 more.

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