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Volkswagen Passat

Red · Petrol · 1996 · 1,781 cc

P450 PYVMOT history

P450 PYV is a red petrol Volkswagen Passat first used on 1 Aug 1996. Its MOT is valid until 15 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 83,367 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Feb 2027
Mileage
83,367 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,185 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P450 PYV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
1 Aug 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P450 PYV was last recorded at 83,367 miles on 16 Feb 2026, 2,329 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 Jun 2010: 29,267 miles, lower than 50,438 miles on 23 Jun 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
81,038 miles · 26 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
2,329 miles
Average per year
4,185 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,367 miles
  • 2024 – 81,038 miles
  • 2023 – 74,737 miles
  • 2022 – 71,714 miles
  • 2021 – 65,841 miles
  • 2020 – 58,326 miles
  • 2019 – 48,380 miles
  • 2018 – 47,322 miles
  • 2016 – 45,323 miles
  • 2014 – 43,021 miles
  • 2013 – 40,677 miles
  • 2012 – 38,246 miles
  • 2011 – 36,072 miles
  • 2010 – 29,267 miles
  • 2009 – 23,626 miles
  • 2008 – 16,905 miles
  • 2007 – 9,999 miles
  • 2006 – 1,323 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,367 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (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 Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

25 tests since 11 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,367 miles (+2,329)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    83,367 miles
    Test number
    681844405475
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass81,038 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    81,038 miles
    Test number
    777866445080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail81,038 miles (+6,301)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,038 miles
    Test number
    730433639086
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass74,737 miles (+3,023)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    74,737 miles
    Test number
    470384901695
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass71,714 miles (+5,873)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    71,714 miles
    Test number
    719247928694
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass65,841 miles (+7,515)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    65,841 miles
    Test number
    365896102640
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass58,326 miles (+9,946)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    58,326 miles
    Test number
    473939242254
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass48,380 miles (+1,058)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    48,380 miles
    Test number
    716563989567
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass47,322 miles (+1,999)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    47,322 miles
    Test number
    560192860971
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass45,323 miles (+2,302)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    45,323 miles
    Test number
    930769185930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass43,021 miles (+2,344)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2015
    Odometer
    43,021 miles
    Test number
    639479034108
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear axle bushes slightly split

  12. Pass40,677 miles (+2,431)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    40,677 miles
    Test number
    537599863180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass38,246 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    38,246 miles
    Test number
    689401972194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail38,246 miles (+2,174)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,246 miles
    Test number
    237150572466
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass36,072 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    36,072 miles
    Test number
    418561171125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail36,072 miles (+6,805)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,072 miles
    Test number
    739811271184
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Pass29,267 miles (-21,171)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    29,267 miles
    Test number
    174475970136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail50,438 miles7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,438 miles
    Test number
    420494370160
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass29,267 miles (+5,641)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    29,267 miles
    Test number
    920624870189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,626 miles (+6,721)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    23,626 miles
    Test number
    980523379112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass16,905 miles1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    16,905 miles
    Test number
    242091778169
    • DangerousOil leak
    • 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)

  22. Fail16,905 miles (+6,906)1 dangerous3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,905 miles
    Test number
    550291778107
    • DangerousOil leak
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)

  23. Pass9,999 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    9,999 miles
    Test number
    404921277172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail9,968 miles (+8,645)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,968 miles
    Test number
    713169467170
    • FailurePower steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

  25. Pass1,323 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    1,323 miles
    Test number
    543522996122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P450 PYV

Does P450 PYV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P450 PYV is valid until 15 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on P450 PYV?
The MOT on P450 PYV is valid until 15 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P450 PYV done?
P450 PYV was recorded at 83,367 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2026, an average of 4,185 miles a year.
Has P450 PYV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P450 PYV has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on P450 PYV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 Jun 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P450 PYV find?
P450 PYV passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; offside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive.

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