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Volkswagen Passat

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 2,000 cc

LS56 MVPMOT history

LS56 MVP is a black diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 1 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 7 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 189,524 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

LS56 MVP black Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Oct 2027
Mileage
189,524 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,881 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 MVP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS56 MVP was last recorded at 189,524 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 3,480 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
186,044 miles · 1 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,480 miles
Average per year
6,881 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 189,524 miles
  • 2025 – 186,044 miles
  • 2024 – 183,721 miles
  • 2023 – 180,735 miles
  • 2022 – 178,195 miles
  • 2021 – 176,096 miles
  • 2020 – 169,963 miles
  • 2019 – 164,874 miles
  • 2018 – 162,549 miles
  • 2017 – 160,734 miles
  • 2016 – 153,598 miles
  • 2015 – 143,960 miles
  • 2014 – 130,184 miles
  • 2013 – 121,279 miles
  • 2012 – 111,895 miles
  • 2011 – 97,651 miles
  • 2010 – 84,573 miles
  • 2009 – 73,517 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass189,524 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure 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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Brake pipes slight corrosion

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 27 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass189,524 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    189,524 miles
    Test number
    332152126986
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail189,524 miles (+3,480)1 repaired2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,524 miles
    Test number
    285840148552
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both sides (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass186,044 miles (+26)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    186,044 miles
    Test number
    861436256861
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame corroded

  4. Fail186,018 miles (+2,297)2 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,018 miles
    Test number
    340974589728
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction light on dash (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration fail emissions (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame corroded

  5. Pass183,721 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    183,721 miles
    Test number
    843543657054
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes slight corrosion

  6. Fail183,721 miles (+2,986)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,721 miles
    Test number
    157829375739
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side in op (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes slight corrosion

  7. Pass180,735 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    180,735 miles
    Test number
    490953676342
    • MinorNearside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront shocks corroded

  8. Fail180,735 miles (+2,540)1 dangerous4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,735 miles
    Test number
    141120364660
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration fail emissions (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront shocks corroded

  9. Pass178,195 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    178,195 miles
    Test number
    899871268907
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes slight corrosion

  10. Fail178,195 miles (+2,099)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,195 miles
    Test number
    773301482540
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes slight corrosion

  11. Pass176,096 miles (+6,133)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    176,096 miles
    Test number
    446714957263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm. Worn on Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass169,963 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    169,963 miles
    Test number
    263918785001
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Fail169,962 miles (+5,088)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,962 miles
    Test number
    185145108520
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass164,874 miles (+20)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    164,874 miles
    Test number
    391475631119
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  15. Fail164,854 miles (+2,305)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,854 miles
    Test number
    681175439495
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  16. Pass162,549 miles (+1,815)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    162,549 miles
    Test number
    905501535463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass160,734 miles (+126)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    160,734 miles
    Test number
    832846859937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail160,608 miles (+7,010)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,608 miles
    Test number
    287019055632
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  19. Pass153,598 miles (+9,638)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    153,598 miles
    Test number
    332030947463
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNothing emitted on emissions test

  20. Pass143,960 miles (+13,776)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    143,960 miles
    Test number
    942644818543
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front console bushes (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail130,184 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,184 miles
    Test number
    199460214369
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge

  22. Pass130,184 miles (+8,905)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    130,184 miles
    Test number
    858660514373
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge

  23. Pass121,279 miles (+9,384)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    121,279 miles
    Test number
    626124633322
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  24. Pass111,895 miles (+14,244)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    111,895 miles
    Test number
    465414822466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass97,651 miles (+13,078)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    97,651 miles
    Test number
    429043221355
    • 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)

  26. Pass84,573 miles (+11,056)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    84,573 miles
    Test number
    443233130364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass73,517 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    73,517 miles
    Test number
    693041839368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS56 MVP

Does LS56 MVP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS56 MVP is valid until 7 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS56 MVP?
The MOT on LS56 MVP is valid until 7 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS56 MVP done?
LS56 MVP was recorded at 189,524 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 6,881 miles a year.
Has LS56 MVP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 MVP has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LS56 MVP 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 LS56 MVP find?
LS56 MVP passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides; registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front coil spring corroded both sides, and 6 more.

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