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Volkswagen Passat

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

LR59 PLJMOT history

LR59 PLJ is a black diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 17 Sept 2009. Its MOT expired on 24 Oct 2025 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 231,964 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2024.

LR59 PLJ black Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Passat, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 24 Oct 2025
Mileage
231,964 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2024
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
12,027 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR59 PLJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
17 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR59 PLJ was last recorded at 231,964 miles on 21 Oct 2024, 5,780 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
226,184 miles · 21 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
5,780 miles
Average per year
12,027 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 231,964 miles
  • 2023 – 226,184 miles
  • 2022 – 216,213 miles
  • 2021 – 205,878 miles
  • 2020 – 196,792 miles
  • 2019 – 189,268 miles
  • 2018 – 182,745 miles
  • 2017 – 175,746 miles
  • 2016 – 165,253 miles
  • 2015 – 152,290 miles
  • 2013 – 118,410 miles
  • 2012 – 86,137 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass231,964 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner wishbone bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner wishbone bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive various small oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTpms light on

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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 5 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass231,964 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    231,964 miles
    Test number
    502117327578
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner wishbone bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner wishbone bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive various small oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTpms light on

  2. Fail231,944 miles (+5,760)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,944 miles
    Test number
    574461441992
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner wishbone bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner wishbone bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive various small oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTpms light on

  3. Pass226,184 miles (+9,971)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    226,184 miles
    Test number
    271626197665
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass216,213 miles (+10,335)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    216,213 miles
    Test number
    778085550441
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass205,878 miles (+9,086)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    205,878 miles
    Test number
    131257062162
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass196,792 miles (+7,524)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    196,792 miles
    Test number
    361599470130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass189,268 miles (+6,523)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    189,268 miles
    Test number
    997343373701
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass182,745 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    182,745 miles
    Test number
    466785749813
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail182,745 miles (+6,999)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,745 miles
    Test number
    469209125628
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass175,746 miles (+10,493)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    175,746 miles
    Test number
    512488250168
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass165,253 miles (+12,963)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    165,253 miles
    Test number
    249525069002
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass152,290 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    152,290 miles
    Test number
    637683105119
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Fail152,290 miles (+33,880)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,290 miles
    Test number
    839909795094
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass118,410 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    118,410 miles
    Test number
    968450863245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail118,410 miles (+32,273)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,410 miles
    Test number
    299329953272
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteTyre pressure light on.

  16. Pass86,137 miles (+10)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    86,137 miles
    Test number
    925318852245
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear tyres worn unevenly on inner edges.

  17. Fail86,127 miles3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,127 miles
    Test number
    158599142280
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear tyres worn unevenly on inner edges.

Questions about LR59 PLJ

Does LR59 PLJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR59 PLJ expired on 24 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR59 PLJ?
The MOT on LR59 PLJ expired on 24 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR59 PLJ done?
LR59 PLJ was recorded at 231,964 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2024, an average of 12,027 miles a year.
Has LR59 PLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR59 PLJ has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LR59 PLJ 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 LR59 PLJ find?
LR59 PLJ passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2024 with 8 advisories: nearside front outer suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush worn; nearside rear inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner wishbone bush worn; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bushes worn, and 5 more.

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