Volkswagen Passat
Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,968 cc
LS55 VBJMOT history
LS55 VBJ is a grey diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 14 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 227,292 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 10 Jan 2027
- Mileage
- 227,292 mi
- At MOT on 5 Jan 2026
- MOT tests
- 23
- 18 passed · 5 failed
- Per year
- 9,791 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LS55 VBJ
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Passat
- Colour
- Grey
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,968 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2005
- First used
- 14 Dec 2005
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 10 Jan 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 5 Jan 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LS55 VBJ was last recorded at 227,292 miles on 5 Jan 2026, 7,958 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 219,334 miles · 11 Jan 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 7,958 miles
- Average per year
- 9,791 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 227,292 miles
- 2025 – 219,334 miles
- 2023 – 216,506 miles
- 2022 – 210,929 miles
- 2021 – 206,330 miles
- 2020 – 200,185 miles
- 2019 – 189,707 miles
- 2018 – 180,467 miles
- 2017 – 170,462 miles
- 2016 – 165,195 miles
- 2015 – 158,124 miles
- 2013 – 142,592 miles
- 2012 – 127,771 miles
- 2011 – 111,143 miles
- 2010 – 96,443 miles
- 2009 – 78,787 miles
- 2008 – 59,424 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass227,292 miles
- MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
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 Coil spring corroded
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025
Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule by hub (nearside + offside)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning
Minor2 MOTs, 2021
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Full MOT history
23 tests since 13 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass227,292 miles (+7,958)1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Jan 2027
- Odometer
- 227,292 miles
- Test number
- 202222184971
- MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass219,334 miles (+2,828)1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Jan 2026
- Odometer
- 219,334 miles
- Test number
- 853147507077
- MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Pass216,506 miles (+103)1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Dec 2024
- Odometer
- 216,506 miles
- Test number
- 897433855055
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Fail216,403 miles (+5,474)2 dangerous3 major2 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 216,403 miles
- Test number
- 252348240497
- DangerousOffside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened large cut in webbing (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorElectronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Pass210,929 miles (+4,599)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 22 Nov 2023
- Odometer
- 210,929 miles
- Test number
- 435023002052
- AdvisoryRear subframe and rear inner sills surface rust
Pass206,330 miles (+43)1 minor14 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Nov 2022
- Odometer
- 206,330 miles
- Test number
- 173113585400
- MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule by hub (nearside + offside) (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside + offside (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Inner sills slightly corroded (nearside + offside)
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear chassis rails slightly corroded by subframe mounts (nearside + offside)
- AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield slightly insecure
- AdvisoryRear subframe + suspension arms slightly corroded in various places
- AdvisoryRear trailing arm bush's deteriorated but no movement (nearside + offside)
- AdvisoryRear trailing arm hangers/mount (front most) slightly corroded (nearside + offside)
Fail206,287 miles (+6,102)3 major1 minor16 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 206,287 miles
- Test number
- 760307357112
- MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule by hub (nearside + offside) (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside + offside (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Inner sills slightly corroded (nearside + offside)
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear chassis rails slightly corroded by subframe mounts (nearside + offside)
- AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield slightly insecure
- AdvisoryRear subframe + suspension arms slightly corroded in various places
- AdvisoryRear trailing arm bush's deteriorated but no movement (nearside + offside)
- AdvisoryRear trailing arm hangers/mount (front most) slightly corroded (nearside + offside)
- AdvisoryRun flat light staying on
Pass200,185 miles (+10,478)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 14 Nov 2021
- Odometer
- 200,185 miles
- Test number
- 916079627360
- AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Pass189,707 miles (+9,240)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Nov 2020
- Odometer
- 189,707 miles
- Test number
- 217036774191
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass180,467 miles (+10,005)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Nov 2019
- Odometer
- 180,467 miles
- Test number
- 649041477145
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass170,462 miles (+101)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Nov 2018
- Odometer
- 170,462 miles
- Test number
- 704671427277
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail170,361 miles (+5,166)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 170,361 miles
- Test number
- 804500086313
- FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
Pass165,195 miles (+1)12 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jul 2017
- Odometer
- 165,195 miles
- Test number
- 658192111886
- AdvisoryBoth Front Wiper Blades Smeary
- AdvisoryEngine Cover Fitted
- AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion Wheel Arch (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryUnder Shield Fitted
Fail165,194 miles (+7,070)6 failures14 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 165,194 miles
- Test number
- 528302100126
- FailureNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
- FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
- FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
- FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
- AdvisoryBoth Front Wiper Blades Smeary
- AdvisoryEngine Cover Fitted
- AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion Wheel Arch (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
- AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryUnder Shield Fitted
Pass158,124 miles (+15,532)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2016
- Odometer
- 158,124 miles
- Test number
- 468978685104
- NoteBoth front outer cv boots slighty deterioated near inner clips
- NoteO/s headlamp slighty dimmer than n/s
Pass142,592 miles (+14,821)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 6 Dec 2014
- Odometer
- 142,592 miles
- Test number
- 146057333356
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Pass127,771 miles (+16,628)
- MOT expiry
- 6 Dec 2013
- Odometer
- 127,771 miles
- Test number
- 747339532362
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass111,143 miles1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 6 Dec 2012
- Odometer
- 111,143 miles
- Test number
- 275857621379
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteBoth front steering inner joints slight play
- NoteBoth rear tyres worn low and uneven inner edge
Fail111,143 miles (+14,700)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 111,143 miles
- Test number
- 955907221350
- FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteBoth front steering inner joints slight play
- NoteBoth rear tyres worn low and uneven inner edge
Pass96,443 miles (+17,656)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 6 Dec 2011
- Odometer
- 96,443 miles
- Test number
- 850950540323
- NoteVehicle under covers fitted
Pass78,787 miles (+941)
- MOT expiry
- 6 Dec 2010
- Odometer
- 78,787 miles
- Test number
- 471251249458
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass77,846 miles (+18,422)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 12 Nov 2010
- Odometer
- 77,846 miles
- Test number
- 874566099242
- NoteBoth front tyres worn on outer edge
Pass59,424 miles
- MOT expiry
- 12 Nov 2009
- Odometer
- 59,424 miles
- Test number
- 733068618330
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LS55 VBJ
- Does LS55 VBJ currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 VBJ is valid until 10 Jan 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LS55 VBJ?
- The MOT on LS55 VBJ is valid until 10 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LS55 VBJ done?
- LS55 VBJ was recorded at 227,292 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2026, an average of 9,791 miles a year.
- Has LS55 VBJ ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LS55 VBJ has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Nov 2023.
- Has the mileage on LS55 VBJ 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 LS55 VBJ find?
- LS55 VBJ passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.
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