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Volkswagen Passat

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LS53 WLGMOT history

LS53 WLG is a blue diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 31 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 8 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 201,574 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2021.

LS53 WLG blue Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Passat, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 Jan 2023
Mileage
201,574 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2021
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,762 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 WLG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 WLG was last recorded at 201,574 miles on 16 Dec 2021, 8,299 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
193,275 miles · 14 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
8,299 miles
Average per year
9,762 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 201,574 miles
  • 2020 – 193,275 miles
  • 2019 – 185,858 miles
  • 2018 – 176,660 miles
  • 2017 – 169,136 miles
  • 2016 – 159,032 miles
  • 2015 – 146,831 miles
  • 2014 – 134,926 miles
  • 2013 – 116,446 miles
  • 2012 – 105,842 miles
  • 2011 – 94,797 miles
  • 2009 – 85,115 miles
  • 2008 – 76,056 miles
  • 2007 – 66,543 miles
  • 2006 – 54,898 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass201,574 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 7 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass201,574 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    201,574 miles
    Test number
    980706686134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail201,567 miles (+8,292)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,567 miles
    Test number
    140393851161
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both rear on axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorTyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords both rear (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass193,275 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    193,275 miles
    Test number
    873947923943

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail193,265 miles (+7,407)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,265 miles
    Test number
    239455390840
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak BOTH. (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass185,858 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    185,858 miles
    Test number
    644565947248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail185,848 miles (+9,188)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,848 miles
    Test number
    631483412525
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded BOTH PIPES (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass176,660 miles (+7,524)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    176,660 miles
    Test number
    949832017940
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass169,136 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    169,136 miles
    Test number
    211375886380
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Fail169,135 miles (+10,103)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,135 miles
    Test number
    850678973197
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm locating pin insecure rear of 2 (2.4.G.3a)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass159,032 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    159,032 miles
    Test number
    711057469046
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn heavily on inner edges

  11. Fail159,031 miles (+12,200)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,031 miles
    Test number
    297942423695
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear most arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn heavily on inner edges

  12. Pass146,831 miles (+11,905)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    146,831 miles
    Test number
    997893859654
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlamps starting to mist over.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Number plate light out.

  13. Pass134,926 miles (+7,241)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    134,926 miles
    Test number
    886455244334
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass127,685 miles (+11,239)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    127,685 miles
    Test number
    145088704465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass116,446 miles (+10,604)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    116,446 miles
    Test number
    315788503082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass105,842 miles (+11,045)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    105,842 miles
    Test number
    375619102071
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass94,797 miles (+9,682)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    94,797 miles
    Test number
    977994901009
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass85,115 miles (+9,059)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    85,115 miles
    Test number
    653931159305
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass76,056 miles (+9,513)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    76,056 miles
    Test number
    833026438348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail66,543 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,543 miles
    Test number
    360641647393
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass66,543 miles (+11,645)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    66,543 miles
    Test number
    754181247359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass54,898 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    54,898 miles
    Test number
    993781546314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 WLG

Does LS53 WLG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 WLG expired on 8 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 WLG?
The MOT on LS53 WLG expired on 8 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 WLG done?
LS53 WLG was recorded at 201,574 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2021, an average of 9,762 miles a year.
Has LS53 WLG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 WLG has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LS53 WLG 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 WLG find?
LS53 WLG passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2021 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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