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Volkswagen Passat

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,968 cc

LS61 VJDMOT history

LS61 VJD is a black diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 23 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jul 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 159,852 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2026.

LS61 VJD black Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jul 2027
Mileage
159,852 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,610 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 VJD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
23 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 VJD was last recorded at 159,852 miles on 24 Jul 2026, 10,969 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,883 miles · 20 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
10,969 miles
Average per year
9,610 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,852 miles
  • 2025 – 148,883 miles
  • 2024 – 140,630 miles
  • 2023 – 131,076 miles
  • 2022 – 120,221 miles
  • 2021 – 116,683 miles
  • 2019 – 106,905 miles
  • 2018 – 98,317 miles
  • 2017 – 88,164 miles
  • 2016 – 67,070 miles
  • 2015 – 51,897 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,852 miles
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryUndertrays and covers fitted obscuring some underside components

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

16 tests since 30 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,852 miles (+10,969)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    159,852 miles
    Test number
    163566977604
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and covers fitted obscuring some underside components

  2. Pass148,883 miles (+8,253)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    148,883 miles
    Test number
    644400341198
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass140,630 miles (+236)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    140,630 miles
    Test number
    389044411611
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail140,394 miles (+9,318)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,394 miles
    Test number
    565574052368
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass131,076 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    131,076 miles
    Test number
    614763619010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail131,076 miles (+10,855)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,076 miles
    Test number
    965083446003
    • 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 Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass120,221 miles (+3,538)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    120,221 miles
    Test number
    978714765266
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass116,683 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    116,683 miles
    Test number
    692989041619
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail116,683 miles (+9,778)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,683 miles
    Test number
    396564657504
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass106,905 miles (+8,588)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    106,905 miles
    Test number
    482963452816

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass98,317 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    98,317 miles
    Test number
    557146655134
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail98,316 miles (+10,152)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,316 miles
    Test number
    536461716973
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass88,164 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    88,164 miles
    Test number
    826875747471
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail88,163 miles (+21,093)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,163 miles
    Test number
    314781003054
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass67,070 miles (+15,173)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    67,070 miles
    Test number
    270090428215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,897 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    51,897 miles
    Test number
    358270025110
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS61 VJD

Does LS61 VJD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS61 VJD is valid until 24 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS61 VJD?
The MOT on LS61 VJD is valid until 24 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS61 VJD done?
LS61 VJD was recorded at 159,852 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2026, an average of 9,610 miles a year.
Has LS61 VJD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 VJD has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LS61 VJD 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 LS61 VJD find?
LS61 VJD passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: play in steering rack inner joint(s); rear suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides, and 1 more.

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