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Volkswagen Passat

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

LS59 VGNMOT history

LS59 VGN is a silver diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 21 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 138,109 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

LS59 VGN silver Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Passat, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jan 2027
Mileage
138,109 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,370 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 VGN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
21 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 VGN was last recorded at 138,109 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 10,447 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,662 miles · 4 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
10,447 miles
Average per year
7,370 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,109 miles
  • 2025 – 127,662 miles
  • 2024 – 125,610 miles
  • 2023 – 123,190 miles
  • 2021 – 122,251 miles
  • 2020 – 121,278 miles
  • 2019 – 119,449 miles
  • 2018 – 113,953 miles
  • 2016 – 92,604 miles
  • 2015 – 83,080 miles
  • 2014 – 78,782 miles
  • 2013 – 52,515 miles
  • 2012 – 38,273 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,109 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Trailing bush. (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm, inner bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm, inner bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Trailing bush. (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm, inner bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Limited visibility. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 4 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,109 miles (+10,447)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    138,109 miles
    Test number
    893063360893
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Trailing bush. (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm, inner bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm, inner bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Trailing bush. (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm, inner bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Limited visibility. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass127,662 miles (+2,052)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    127,662 miles
    Test number
    874769219939
    • 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))

  3. Pass125,610 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    125,610 miles
    Test number
    546364478117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail125,606 miles (+2,416)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,606 miles
    Test number
    802034702705
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible excessively deteriorated (0.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible excessively deteriorated (0.1 (b))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass123,190 miles (+939)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    123,190 miles
    Test number
    917179452931

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass122,251 miles (+973)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    122,251 miles
    Test number
    515931283108
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass121,278 miles (+1,829)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    121,278 miles
    Test number
    642493962551
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated top (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

  8. Pass119,449 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    119,449 miles
    Test number
    279863549700

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail119,449 miles (+5,496)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,449 miles
    Test number
    751718334951
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass113,953 miles (+12,352)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    113,953 miles
    Test number
    631396167031
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wish bone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wish bone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt left and right

  11. Pass101,601 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    101,601 miles
    Test number
    151751083180
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Fail101,599 miles (+8,995)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,599 miles
    Test number
    472566154411
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Pass92,604 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    92,604 miles
    Test number
    431934538521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail92,604 miles (+9,524)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,604 miles
    Test number
    139751773890
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass83,080 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    83,080 miles
    Test number
    688086851343
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Fail83,080 miles (+4,298)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,080 miles
    Test number
    421254550345
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick all (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Pass78,782 miles (+8,987)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    78,782 miles
    Test number
    536504554375
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEmissions to low to register

  18. Pass69,795 miles (+17,280)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    69,795 miles
    Test number
    106071784141
    • NoteEmissions Too Clean To Test

  19. Pass52,515 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    52,515 miles
    Test number
    927596473116
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail52,515 miles (+14,242)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,515 miles
    Test number
    569126973163
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass38,273 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    38,273 miles
    Test number
    929346682131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Questions about LS59 VGN

Does LS59 VGN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS59 VGN is valid until 19 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS59 VGN?
The MOT on LS59 VGN is valid until 19 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS59 VGN done?
LS59 VGN was recorded at 138,109 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 7,370 miles a year.
Has LS59 VGN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 VGN has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LS59 VGN 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 LS59 VGN find?
LS59 VGN passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn trailing bush., and 5 more.

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