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Volkswagen Passat

Grey · Diesel · 2004 · 1,968 cc

LR54 BDFMOT history

LR54 BDF is a grey diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 27 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 1 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 247,648 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.

LR54 BDF grey Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Passat, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Oct 2027
Mileage
247,648 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,040 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR54 BDF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
27 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR54 BDF was last recorded at 247,648 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
247,648 miles · 1 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,040 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 247,648 miles
  • 2025 – 246,410 miles
  • 2024 – 243,927 miles
  • 2023 – 242,019 miles
  • 2022 – 238,894 miles
  • 2021 – 234,901 miles
  • 2020 – 233,584 miles
  • 2019 – 231,220 miles
  • 2018 – 226,743 miles
  • 2017 – 222,252 miles
  • 2016 – 217,525 miles
  • 2015 – 212,789 miles
  • 2014 – 208,580 miles
  • 2013 – 204,299 miles
  • 2012 – 199,783 miles
  • 2011 – 194,976 miles
  • 2010 – 189,358 miles
  • 2009 – 184,611 miles
  • 2008 – 150,420 miles
  • 2007 – 113,613 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass247,648 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryEngine MIL lamp onRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil level on minimumRecorded 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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Engine lamp on

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/60/15

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 18 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass247,648 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    247,648 miles
    Test number
    475762958113
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine MIL lamp on
    • AdvisoryOil level on minimum
  2. Fail247,648 miles (+1,238)1 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    247,648 miles
    Test number
    249212814153
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine MIL lamp on
    • AdvisoryOil level on minimum
  3. Pass246,410 miles (+2,483)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    246,410 miles
    Test number
    640338838290
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine lamp on
    • AdvisoryOil level low
  4. Pass243,927 miles (+1,908)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    243,927 miles
    Test number
    758714253266
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  5. Pass242,019 miles (+3,125)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    242,019 miles
    Test number
    643042196513
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass238,894 miles (+3,993)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    238,894 miles
    Test number
    845996465826
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine lamp on
  7. Pass234,901 miles (+10)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    234,901 miles
    Test number
    493362780608
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine lamp on
  8. Fail234,891 miles (+1,307)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,891 miles
    Test number
    620960415407
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.6 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine lamp on
  9. Pass233,584 miles (+2,364)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    233,584 miles
    Test number
    512233592790
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine lamp on
  10. Pass231,220 miles (+4,477)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    231,220 miles
    Test number
    775799341891
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine lamp on
  11. Pass226,743 miles (+4,491)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    226,743 miles
    Test number
    970928681073
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
  12. Pass222,252 miles (+4,727)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    222,252 miles
    Test number
    769981569204
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine mil light on
  13. Pass217,525 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    217,525 miles
    Test number
    793379175887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail217,525 miles (+4,736)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,525 miles
    Test number
    502457181744
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
  15. Pass212,789 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    212,789 miles
    Test number
    675140565025
    • 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)
  16. Fail212,789 miles (+4,209)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,789 miles
    Test number
    833432584444
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • 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)
  17. Pass208,580 miles (+4,281)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    208,580 miles
    Test number
    338156894414
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEngine MIL light on
  18. Pass204,299 miles (+4,516)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    204,299 miles
    Test number
    757278993214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass199,783 miles (+4,807)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    199,783 miles
    Test number
    436908092281
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  20. Fail194,976 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,976 miles
    Test number
    517763391211
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  21. Pass194,976 miles (+5,618)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    194,976 miles
    Test number
    678323491269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass189,358 miles (+4,747)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    189,358 miles
    Test number
    612513990286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass184,611 miles (+34,191)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    184,611 miles
    Test number
    762622809321
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteO/s lens outter clear cover broken
  24. Fail150,420 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,420 miles
    Test number
    503650078208
    • Repaired at testOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  25. Pass150,420 miles (+36,807)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    150,420 miles
    Test number
    860130678263
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  26. Pass113,613 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    113,613 miles
    Test number
    330271967279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail113,612 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,612 miles
    Test number
    160061267294
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Questions about LR54 BDF

Does LR54 BDF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR54 BDF is valid until 1 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR54 BDF?
The MOT on LR54 BDF is valid until 1 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR54 BDF done?
LR54 BDF was recorded at 247,648 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026, an average of 7,040 miles a year.
Has LR54 BDF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR54 BDF has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LR54 BDF 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 LR54 BDF find?
LR54 BDF passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear valve stem slightly damaged, and 8 more.

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