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Volkswagen Passat

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

LR08 HEUMOT history

LR08 HEU is a black diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 7 Apr 2008. Its MOT expired on 13 Oct 2025 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 158,172 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2024.

LR08 HEU black Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 Oct 2025
Mileage
158,172 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2024
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,148 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 HEU
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
7 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 HEU was last recorded at 158,172 miles on 14 Oct 2024, 10,674 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,498 miles · 14 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
10,674 miles
Average per year
8,148 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 158,172 miles
  • 2023 – 147,498 miles
  • 2022 – 137,844 miles
  • 2020 – 126,626 miles
  • 2019 – 108,424 miles
  • 2018 – 97,098 miles
  • 2017 – 82,410 miles
  • 2016 – 79,818 miles
  • 2015 – 75,656 miles
  • 2014 – 69,720 miles
  • 2013 – 61,805 miles
  • 2012 – 54,144 miles
  • 2011 – 47,704 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,172 miles
  • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated BOTH SIDES (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn BOTH SIDES (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Undertray not fully secure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

17 tests since 25 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,172 miles (+10,674)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    158,172 miles
    Test number
    974059273758
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated BOTH SIDES (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn BOTH SIDES (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass147,498 miles (+402)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    147,498 miles
    Test number
    637845027752
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides. rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s and o/s
    • AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail147,096 miles (+9,252)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,096 miles
    Test number
    752270756173
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat BOTH SIDES (4.1.5 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt NSR AND OSR
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES REAR BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass137,844 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    137,844 miles
    Test number
    493178809922
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail137,844 miles (+11,218)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,844 miles
    Test number
    158180935345
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass126,626 miles (+18,202)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2021
    Odometer
    126,626 miles
    Test number
    835078180538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass108,424 miles (+11,326)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    108,424 miles
    Test number
    582785709412
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass97,098 miles (+14,688)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    97,098 miles
    Test number
    659655857725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass82,410 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    82,410 miles
    Test number
    623092254450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail82,410 miles (+2,592)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,410 miles
    Test number
    715113222941
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  11. Pass79,818 miles (+4,162)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    79,818 miles
    Test number
    271647361357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass75,656 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    75,656 miles
    Test number
    539839645190
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail75,656 miles (+5,936)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,656 miles
    Test number
    849949345151
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass69,720 miles (+7,915)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    69,720 miles
    Test number
    805100954194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,805 miles (+7,661)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    61,805 miles
    Test number
    505692893081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass54,144 miles (+6,440)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    54,144 miles
    Test number
    758686572060
    • NoteAll tyres worn on edges

  17. Pass47,704 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    47,704 miles
    Test number
    636754181081
    • NoteOil level low

Questions about LR08 HEU

Does LR08 HEU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 HEU expired on 13 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 HEU?
The MOT on LR08 HEU expired on 13 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 HEU done?
LR08 HEU was recorded at 158,172 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2024, an average of 8,148 miles a year.
Has LR08 HEU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 HEU has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LR08 HEU 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 LR08 HEU find?
LR08 HEU passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2024 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides; rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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