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Volkswagen Passat

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

LS09 BSUMOT history

LS09 BSU is a blue diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 9 Apr 2009. Its MOT expired on 23 Sept 2024 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 205,436 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2023.

LS09 BSU blue Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Sept 2024
Mileage
205,436 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2023
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
13,785 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS09 BSU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
9 Apr 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS09 BSU was last recorded at 205,436 miles on 23 Sept 2023, 17,558 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
187,878 miles · 24 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
17,558 miles
Average per year
13,785 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 205,436 miles
  • 2022 – 187,878 miles
  • 2021 – 175,461 miles
  • 2020 – 165,442 miles
  • 2019 – 150,957 miles
  • 2018 – 130,716 miles
  • 2017 – 107,351 miles
  • 2016 – 98,345 miles
  • 2015 – 89,205 miles
  • 2014 – 80,649 miles
  • 2013 – 68,797 miles
  • 2012 – 47,297 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass205,436 miles
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion around rear suspension, subframe and lower arms
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Rear Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

15 tests since 3 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass205,436 miles (+17,558)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    205,436 miles
    Test number
    626254395994
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion around rear suspension, subframe and lower arms
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass187,878 miles (+837)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    187,878 miles
    Test number
    590031547356
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edges and sidewalls. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail187,041 miles (+11,580)4 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,041 miles
    Test number
    338933127984
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Slightly split (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront under tray insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front wheel arch splash shield insecure
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both shrouds detached (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryTyres wearing on inner edges

  4. Pass175,461 miles (+30)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    175,461 miles
    Test number
    920252540412
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Fail175,431 miles (+9,989)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,431 miles
    Test number
    669862801954
    • DangerousExhaust silencer likely to become detached centre (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Pass165,442 miles (+14,485)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    165,442 miles
    Test number
    657372076326
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass150,957 miles (+20,241)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    150,957 miles
    Test number
    107551460270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass130,716 miles (+23,365)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    130,716 miles
    Test number
    628066526221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass107,351 miles (+9,006)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2018
    Odometer
    107,351 miles
    Test number
    967324235742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass98,345 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    98,345 miles
    Test number
    292079136753
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper split
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wiper split
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bump stop perishing
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Fail98,345 miles (+9,140)1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,345 miles
    Test number
    576141362683
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper split
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wiper split
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bump stop perishing
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass89,205 miles (+8,556)8 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    89,205 miles
    Test number
    207801115142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass80,649 miles (+11,852)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    80,649 miles
    Test number
    189229594429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass68,797 miles (+21,500)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    68,797 miles
    Test number
    827424593028
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • 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)

  15. Pass47,297 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    47,297 miles
    Test number
    309024892005
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS09 BSU

Does LS09 BSU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS09 BSU expired on 23 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS09 BSU?
The MOT on LS09 BSU expired on 23 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS09 BSU done?
LS09 BSU was recorded at 205,436 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2023, an average of 13,785 miles a year.
Has LS09 BSU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS09 BSU has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LS09 BSU 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 LS09 BSU find?
LS09 BSU passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2023 with 3 advisories: general corrosion around rear suspension, subframe and lower arms; offside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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