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Volkswagen Passat

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

LS12 TZBMOT history

LS12 TZB is a grey diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 28 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 22 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 152,989 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 May 2026.

LS12 TZB grey Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 May 2027
Mileage
152,989 mi
At MOT on 16 May 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,287 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 TZB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
28 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 May 2027
Latest MOT test
16 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 TZB was last recorded at 152,989 miles on 16 May 2026, 7,539 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,450 miles · 23 May 2025
Between the last two tests
7,539 miles
Average per year
6,287 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 152,989 miles
  • 2025 – 145,450 miles
  • 2024 – 140,774 miles
  • 2023 – 136,384 miles
  • 2022 – 132,161 miles
  • 2021 – 127,434 miles
  • 2020 – 123,467 miles
  • 2019 – 119,350 miles
  • 2018 – 114,063 miles
  • 2017 – 104,889 miles
  • 2016 – 95,312 miles
  • 2015 – 86,317 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,989 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

17 tests since 28 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,989 miles (+7,539)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2027
    Odometer
    152,989 miles
    Test number
    857868518084
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass145,450 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    145,450 miles
    Test number
    613021991796
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail145,441 miles (+4,667)1 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,441 miles
    Test number
    784750968415
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from transmission GEARBOX HAS A HOLE (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass140,774 miles (+4,390)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2025
    Odometer
    140,774 miles
    Test number
    214306342641
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted unable to inspect
    • AdvisorySuspension parts corroded

  5. Pass136,384 miles (+4,223)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2024
    Odometer
    136,384 miles
    Test number
    775858421731
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass132,161 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    132,161 miles
    Test number
    120830538295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail132,142 miles (+4,708)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,142 miles
    Test number
    843171883023
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass127,434 miles (+3,967)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2022
    Odometer
    127,434 miles
    Test number
    928503586266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass123,467 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    123,467 miles
    Test number
    829803811350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail123,467 miles (+4,117)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,467 miles
    Test number
    514609921308
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass119,350 miles (+5,287)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    119,350 miles
    Test number
    383011277558

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass114,063 miles (+9,174)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    114,063 miles
    Test number
    948660232691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass104,889 miles (+9,577)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    104,889 miles
    Test number
    341289353787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass95,312 miles (+8,995)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    95,312 miles
    Test number
    290172326804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass86,317 miles (+2,631)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    86,317 miles
    Test number
    889810085162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass83,686 miles (+166)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    83,686 miles
    Test number
    516041125157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail83,520 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,520 miles
    Test number
    258198315189
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS12 TZB

Does LS12 TZB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 TZB is valid until 22 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 TZB?
The MOT on LS12 TZB is valid until 22 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 TZB done?
LS12 TZB was recorded at 152,989 miles at its MOT on 16 May 2026, an average of 6,287 miles a year.
Has LS12 TZB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 TZB has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 9 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LS12 TZB 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 LS12 TZB find?
LS12 TZB passed its latest MOT on 16 May 2026 with 6 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; front coil spring corroded both; oil leak, but not excessive, and 3 more.

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