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Volkswagen Passat

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

LR08 LZWMOT history

LR08 LZW is a grey diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 1 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 24 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 155,926 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.

LR08 LZW grey Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Passat, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Oct 2027
Mileage
155,926 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,254 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 LZW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 LZW was last recorded at 155,926 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 22 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,904 miles · 30 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
22 miles
Average per year
8,254 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,926 miles
  • 2025 – 149,373 miles
  • 2024 – 141,570 miles
  • 2023 – 134,917 miles
  • 2022 – 125,929 miles
  • 2021 – 115,959 miles
  • 2020 – 109,040 miles
  • 2019 – 94,193 miles
  • 2018 – 81,195 miles
  • 2017 – 71,708 miles
  • 2016 – 62,553 miles
  • 2015 – 54,213 miles
  • 2014 – 50,703 miles
  • 2013 – 46,147 miles
  • 2012 – 37,248 miles
  • 2011 – 26,997 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,926 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (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.

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Tape on wing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Engine mounting damaged but not to excess

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 18 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,926 miles (+22)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    155,926 miles
    Test number
    700791756369
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail155,904 miles (+6,531)1 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,904 miles
    Test number
    426537597790
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass149,373 miles (+7,803)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    149,373 miles
    Test number
    550142972276
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside & Offside rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tape on wing

  4. Pass141,570 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    141,570 miles
    Test number
    664614774496
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tape on wing

  5. Fail141,570 miles (+6,653)1 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,570 miles
    Test number
    948526140825
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's 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))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tape on wing

  6. Pass134,917 miles (+8,988)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    134,917 miles
    Test number
    205856690407
    • AdvisoryDry under body
    • AdvisoryTape on wing

  7. Pass125,929 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    125,929 miles
    Test number
    724476282118
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail125,925 miles (+9,966)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,925 miles
    Test number
    694575443975
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass115,959 miles (+6,919)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    115,959 miles
    Test number
    198554231813

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass109,040 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    109,040 miles
    Test number
    787112741778
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail109,040 miles (+14,847)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,040 miles
    Test number
    786700618050
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass94,193 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    94,193 miles
    Test number
    414869784232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail94,193 miles (+12,998)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,193 miles
    Test number
    603015057193
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  14. Pass81,195 miles (+9,487)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    81,195 miles
    Test number
    862573998984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass71,708 miles (+9,155)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    71,708 miles
    Test number
    911785983041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass62,553 miles (+8,340)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    62,553 miles
    Test number
    357303271272
    • AdvisoryAll tyres are perishing
    • AdvisoryEngine mountings are worn
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre is worn on the inner edge (CHAMPIRO 215/55R16 V

  17. Pass54,213 miles (+3,510)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    54,213 miles
    Test number
    496710885095
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear tyres slightly cracking between treads

  18. Pass50,703 miles (+4,556)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    50,703 miles
    Test number
    307899674081
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass46,147 miles (+8,899)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    46,147 miles
    Test number
    756020513120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass37,248 miles (+10,251)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    37,248 miles
    Test number
    626515842052
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass26,997 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    26,997 miles
    Test number
    495209641095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 LZW

Does LR08 LZW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 LZW is valid until 24 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 LZW?
The MOT on LR08 LZW is valid until 24 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 LZW done?
LR08 LZW was recorded at 155,926 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026, an average of 8,254 miles a year.
Has LR08 LZW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 LZW has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 LZW 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 LZW find?
LR08 LZW passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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