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Volkswagen Passat

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,771 cc

LS53 VBXMOT history

LS53 VBX is a blue petrol Volkswagen Passat first used on 12 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 119,349 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2026.

LS53 VBX blue Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jun 2027
Mileage
119,349 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,840 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 VBX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,771 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
12 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 VBX was last recorded at 119,349 miles on 17 Jun 2026, 2,432 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,917 miles · 17 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,432 miles
Average per year
4,840 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,349 miles
  • 2025 – 116,917 miles
  • 2023 – 113,681 miles
  • 2022 – 104,509 miles
  • 2021 – 96,728 miles
  • 2020 – 91,837 miles
  • 2019 – 82,751 miles
  • 2018 – 72,562 miles
  • 2016 – 70,940 miles
  • 2015 – 68,290 miles
  • 2014 – 66,214 miles
  • 2013 – 64,040 miles
  • 2012 – 61,534 miles
  • 2011 – 59,144 miles
  • 2010 – 56,027 miles
  • 2009 – 47,987 miles
  • 2008 – 39,245 miles
  • 2007 – 32,158 miles
  • 2006 – 24,162 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,349 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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 Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Fluid leak, but not excessive Rear Diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 17 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,349 miles (+2,432)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    119,349 miles
    Test number
    423603517755
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  2. Pass116,917 miles (+3,236)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    116,917 miles
    Test number
    613214253636
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass113,681 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    113,681 miles
    Test number
    547416492688
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing slightly noisy Both sides (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))

  4. Fail113,681 miles (+9,172)1 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,681 miles
    Test number
    193218552804
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating Discs (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing slightly noisy Both sides (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))

  5. Pass104,509 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    104,509 miles
    Test number
    952120274682
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Rear Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Fail104,506 miles (+7,778)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,506 miles
    Test number
    820206692926
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Rear Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass96,728 miles (+4,891)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    96,728 miles
    Test number
    437920292042
    • AdvisoryTyres starting to get low

  8. Pass91,837 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    91,837 miles
    Test number
    127607943412
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f and o/s/f upper arm inner bushes cracking and perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle oil leak

  9. Fail91,837 miles (+9,086)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,837 miles
    Test number
    246383366452
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm o/s/r in centre 205/55/r16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorDirection indicator incorrect colour n/s/r new offset orange bulb fitted at test (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorDirection indicator incorrect colour o/s/r new bulb fitted (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt n/s/f outer (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction light on (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f and o/s/f upper arm inner bushes cracking and perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/r on 2mm in centre legal limit 1;6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear axle oil leak

  10. Pass82,751 miles (+10,189)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    82,751 miles
    Test number
    299582194472
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass72,562 miles (+1,622)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    72,562 miles
    Test number
    406604327011
    • AdvisoryGear box mounts has slight play steering system has slight play
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from rear DEF

  12. Pass70,940 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    70,940 miles
    Test number
    940199140894
    • AdvisoryRear Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  13. Fail70,937 miles (+2,647)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,937 miles
    Test number
    359665647267
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  14. Pass68,290 miles (+2,076)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    68,290 miles
    Test number
    275482752091
    • AdvisoryRear diff slightly leaking
    • AdvisoryUnder engine tray loose

  15. Pass66,214 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    66,214 miles
    Test number
    488541214339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail66,214 miles (+2,174)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,214 miles
    Test number
    638180314396
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leaking front rear diff

  17. Pass64,040 miles (+5)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    64,040 miles
    Test number
    809760513359
    • NoteOffside front tyre side wall has a cut
    • NoteRear diff slight oil leak

  18. Fail64,035 miles (+2,501)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,035 miles
    Test number
    147129503336
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOffside front tyre side wall has a cut
    • NoteRear diff slight oil leak

  19. Fail61,534 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,534 miles
    Test number
    518594012324
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass61,534 miles (+2,390)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    61,534 miles
    Test number
    908434112334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass59,144 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    59,144 miles
    Test number
    958613911315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail59,141 miles (+3,114)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,141 miles
    Test number
    838952111376
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass56,027 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    56,027 miles
    Test number
    662444210320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail56,019 miles (+8,032)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,019 miles
    Test number
    414743110339
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  25. Pass47,987 miles (+8,742)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    47,987 miles
    Test number
    430404719369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass39,245 miles (+7,087)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    39,245 miles
    Test number
    862338798244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass32,158 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    32,158 miles
    Test number
    250842617344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail26,415 miles (+2,253)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,415 miles
    Test number
    794652617328
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  29. Pass24,162 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    24,162 miles
    Test number
    811250496288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 VBX

Does LS53 VBX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS53 VBX is valid until 16 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS53 VBX?
The MOT on LS53 VBX is valid until 16 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS53 VBX done?
LS53 VBX was recorded at 119,349 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2026, an average of 4,840 miles a year.
Has LS53 VBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 VBX has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LS53 VBX 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 LS53 VBX find?
LS53 VBX passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; offside front upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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