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Volkswagen Passat

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

LT59 SMOMOT history

LT59 SMO is a silver diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 3 Sept 2009. Its MOT expired on 20 Jan 2026 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 148,094 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2025.

LT59 SMO silver Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Jan 2026
Mileage
148,094 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2025
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,141 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT59 SMO
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
3 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT59 SMO was last recorded at 148,094 miles on 21 Jan 2025, 1,904 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,190 miles · 16 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
1,904 miles
Average per year
6,141 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 148,094 miles
  • 2023 – 146,190 miles
  • 2022 – 136,195 miles
  • 2021 – 126,870 miles
  • 2019 – 118,740 miles
  • 2018 – 112,288 miles
  • 2017 – 106,655 miles
  • 2016 – 102,853 miles
  • 2015 – 97,822 miles
  • 2014 – 90,754 miles
  • 2013 – 82,086 miles
  • 2012 – 72,051 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,094 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner 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))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

17 tests since 3 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,094 miles (+1,904)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    148,094 miles
    Test number
    261518840946
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner 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))
  2. Pass146,190 miles (+18)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    146,190 miles
    Test number
    796956649090
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Fail146,172 miles (+9,977)3 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,172 miles
    Test number
    740345533071
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure also below requirements (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass136,195 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    136,195 miles
    Test number
    351741852792
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Fail136,193 miles (+9,323)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,193 miles
    Test number
    389081684773
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass126,870 miles (+8,130)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    126,870 miles
    Test number
    865040708060
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass118,740 miles (+6,452)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    118,740 miles
    Test number
    828107566049
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  8. Pass112,288 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    112,288 miles
    Test number
    477724145663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail112,288 miles (+5,633)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,288 miles
    Test number
    983028879499
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
  10. Pass106,655 miles (+3,802)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    106,655 miles
    Test number
    244262126955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass102,853 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    102,853 miles
    Test number
    355229056128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail102,853 miles (+5,031)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,853 miles
    Test number
    104317173188
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
  13. Pass97,822 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2016
    Odometer
    97,822 miles
    Test number
    216175345499
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  14. Fail97,822 miles (+7,068)2 dangerous2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,822 miles
    Test number
    219832145421
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  15. Pass90,754 miles (+8,668)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2015
    Odometer
    90,754 miles
    Test number
    285769224155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass82,086 miles (+10,035)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    82,086 miles
    Test number
    105630433142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass72,051 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    72,051 miles
    Test number
    825247442277
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LT59 SMO

Does LT59 SMO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LT59 SMO expired on 20 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LT59 SMO?
The MOT on LT59 SMO expired on 20 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LT59 SMO done?
LT59 SMO was recorded at 148,094 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2025, an average of 6,141 miles a year.
Has LT59 SMO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT59 SMO has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LT59 SMO 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 LT59 SMO find?
LT59 SMO passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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