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Volkswagen Passat

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LR53 VEHMOT history

LR53 VEH is a blue diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 28 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 19 May 2025 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 131,343 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2024.

LR53 VEH blue Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 May 2025
Mileage
131,343 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2024
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,975 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 VEH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 May 2025
Latest MOT test
20 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 VEH was last recorded at 131,343 miles on 20 May 2024, 22,882 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,461 miles · 4 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
22,882 miles
Average per year
5,975 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 131,343 miles
  • 2022 – 108,461 miles
  • 2021 – 88,618 miles
  • 2020 – 82,503 miles
  • 2019 – 76,392 miles
  • 2018 – 64,794 miles
  • 2017 – 62,612 miles
  • 2016 – 59,562 miles
  • 2015 – 55,100 miles
  • 2014 – 53,617 miles
  • 2013 – 51,393 miles
  • 2012 – 47,941 miles
  • 2011 – 44,643 miles
  • 2010 – 41,333 miles
  • 2009 – 37,454 miles
  • 2008 – 32,975 miles
  • 2007 – 29,964 miles
  • 2006 – 26,258 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,343 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

26 tests since 18 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,343 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2025
    Odometer
    131,343 miles
    Test number
    241134989638
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail131,343 miles (+22,882)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,343 miles
    Test number
    487193116857
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass108,461 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    108,461 miles
    Test number
    211827154243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail108,460 miles (+19,842)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,460 miles
    Test number
    888252139257
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Front arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working lower side light not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass88,618 miles (+6,115)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    88,618 miles
    Test number
    243681555115
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass82,503 miles (+6,111)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    82,503 miles
    Test number
    875575848087
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass76,392 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    76,392 miles
    Test number
    742158994069
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Fail76,392 miles (+11,598)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,392 miles
    Test number
    836228293544
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass64,794 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    64,794 miles
    Test number
    244496052060
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail64,794 miles (+2,182)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,794 miles
    Test number
    837571363115
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass62,612 miles (+3,050)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    62,612 miles
    Test number
    651316281991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass59,562 miles (+4,462)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    59,562 miles
    Test number
    725375365623
    • AdvisoryOffside front cv boot weeping grease

  13. Pass55,100 miles (+1,483)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    55,100 miles
    Test number
    322320012364
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing very low on inner tread 205/55/16

  14. Pass53,617 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    53,617 miles
    Test number
    728807484264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail53,617 miles (+2,224)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,617 miles
    Test number
    398836984299
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear inner brake pads worn to 2.5-3mm approx

  16. Pass51,393 miles (+3,452)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    51,393 miles
    Test number
    868550793276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass47,941 miles (+3,298)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    47,941 miles
    Test number
    365016292239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass44,643 miles (+3,310)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    44,643 miles
    Test number
    325250391453
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass41,333 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    41,333 miles
    Test number
    931804490299
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail41,333 miles (+3,879)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,333 miles
    Test number
    320514490486
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass37,454 miles (+4)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    37,454 miles
    Test number
    763930589262
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak from engine seals .

  22. Fail37,450 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,450 miles
    Test number
    480329179283
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  23. Fail37,450 miles (+4,475)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,450 miles
    Test number
    863219279243
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  24. Pass32,975 miles (+3,011)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    32,975 miles
    Test number
    451304098266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass29,964 miles (+3,706)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    29,964 miles
    Test number
    461797097295
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass26,258 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    26,258 miles
    Test number
    240481296284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 VEH

Does LR53 VEH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR53 VEH expired on 19 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR53 VEH?
The MOT on LR53 VEH expired on 19 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR53 VEH done?
LR53 VEH was recorded at 131,343 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2024, an average of 5,975 miles a year.
Has LR53 VEH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 VEH has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LR53 VEH 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 LR53 VEH find?
LR53 VEH passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2024 with 1 minor defect: offside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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