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Volkswagen Passat

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

LR54 EKMMOT history

LR54 EKM is a black diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 30 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 27 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 195,244 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2026.

LR54 EKM black Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 May 2027
Mileage
195,244 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,312 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR54 EKM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR54 EKM was last recorded at 195,244 miles on 28 May 2026, 1,467 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
193,777 miles · 19 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
1,467 miles
Average per year
8,312 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 195,244 miles
  • 2024 – 193,777 miles
  • 2023 – 192,344 miles
  • 2022 – 188,889 miles
  • 2021 – 184,882 miles
  • 2020 – 178,155 miles
  • 2019 – 172,725 miles
  • 2018 – 164,747 miles
  • 2016 – 154,357 miles
  • 2015 – 142,504 miles
  • 2014 – 130,128 miles
  • 2013 – 116,566 miles
  • 2012 – 104,569 miles
  • 2011 – 88,386 miles
  • 2009 – 63,291 miles
  • 2007 – 41,496 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass195,244 miles
  • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated BOTH (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement X2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • 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 X2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • 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))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion various areas and components under the vehicle

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 Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f and o/s/f

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective both

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively n/s/f and o/s/f

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Possible camshafts worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 28 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass195,244 miles (+1,467)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2027
    Odometer
    195,244 miles
    Test number
    801776235607
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated BOTH (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement X2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 X2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion various areas and components under the vehicle

  2. Pass193,777 miles (+1,433)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    193,777 miles
    Test number
    607748512811
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f and o/s/f upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass192,344 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    192,344 miles
    Test number
    618297354539
    • AdvisoryDrive shaft joint worn, but not excessively n/s/f and o/s/f (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f and o/s/f (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPossible camshafts worn
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to various front and rear suspension components

  4. Fail192,342 miles (+3,453)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,342 miles
    Test number
    778322145665
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDrive shaft joint worn, but not excessively n/s/f and o/s/f (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f and o/s/f (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPossible camshafts worn
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to various front and rear suspension components

  5. Pass188,889 miles3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    188,889 miles
    Test number
    213272002032
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f and o/s/f (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail188,889 miles (+4,007)1 dangerous2 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,889 miles
    Test number
    938887624867
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f and o/s/f (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass184,882 miles (+2)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    184,882 miles
    Test number
    914796921543
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail184,880 miles (+6,725)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,880 miles
    Test number
    849207263418
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp reflector seriously defective both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass178,155 miles (+5,430)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2021
    Odometer
    178,155 miles
    Test number
    437003274725
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass172,725 miles (+7,978)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    172,725 miles
    Test number
    869473172436
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass164,747 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    164,747 miles
    Test number
    719434665056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail164,747 miles (+10,390)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,747 miles
    Test number
    845550458244
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass154,357 miles (+11,853)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    154,357 miles
    Test number
    449584869012
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass142,504 miles (+12,376)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    142,504 miles
    Test number
    757523175118
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear discs rusty

  15. Pass130,128 miles (+13,562)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    130,128 miles
    Test number
    245324764184
    • NoteRear discs rusty

  16. Pass116,566 miles (+11,997)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    116,566 miles
    Test number
    569639063126
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass104,569 miles (+16,183)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    104,569 miles
    Test number
    818738652112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass88,386 miles (+40)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    88,386 miles
    Test number
    149626711131
    • NoteBoth nearside tyres on legal limit

  19. Fail88,346 miles (+25,055)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,346 miles
    Test number
    669723411106
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth nearside tyres on legal limit

  20. Pass63,291 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    63,291 miles
    Test number
    403157479189
    • NoteRear no. plate deteriorated but still legible at time of test.

  21. Fail63,291 miles (+21,795)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,291 miles
    Test number
    950937979107
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteRear no. plate deteriorated but still legible at time of test.

  22. Pass41,496 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    41,496 miles
    Test number
    622692137334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR54 EKM

Does LR54 EKM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR54 EKM is valid until 27 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR54 EKM?
The MOT on LR54 EKM is valid until 27 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR54 EKM done?
LR54 EKM was recorded at 195,244 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2026, an average of 8,312 miles a year.
Has LR54 EKM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR54 EKM has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on LR54 EKM 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 EKM find?
LR54 EKM passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 11 advisories: front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both; nearside front side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users, and 10 more.

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