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Volkswagen Passat

Green · Diesel · 1997 · 1,896 cc

R770 GRFMOT history

R770 GRF is a green diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 20 Nov 1997. Its MOT expired on 11 Apr 2025 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 261,648 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Apr 2025
Mileage
261,648 mi
At MOT on 12 Apr 2024
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
7,096 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R770 GRF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
20 Nov 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

R770 GRF was last recorded at 261,648 miles on 12 Apr 2024, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
261,644 miles · 3 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
7,096 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 261,648 miles
  • 2022 – 260,541 miles
  • 2021 – 254,604 miles
  • 2020 – 250,134 miles
  • 2019 – 243,743 miles
  • 2018 – 236,639 miles
  • 2017 – 229,244 miles
  • 2016 – 219,618 miles
  • 2015 – 208,143 miles
  • 2014 – 202,286 miles
  • 2013 – 192,948 miles
  • 2012 – 185,914 miles
  • 2011 – 178,013 miles
  • 2009 – 170,182 miles
  • 2008 – 158,533 miles
  • 2007 – 148,066 miles
  • 2006 – 138,196 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass261,648 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryCentre exhaust sleeve clamp corroded/ deterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside front wing corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

30 tests since 3 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass261,648 miles (+4)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    261,648 miles
    Test number
    176940279735
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust sleeve clamp corroded/ deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside front wing corroded

  2. Fail261,644 miles (+1,103)1 dangerous10 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    261,644 miles
    Test number
    120829049517
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel sinks when held under pressure (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust sleeve clamp corroded/ deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside front wing corroded

  3. Pass260,541 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    260,541 miles
    Test number
    258304743550

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail260,540 miles (+5,936)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    260,540 miles
    Test number
    286442906216
    • MajorCoil spring fractured or broken rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass254,604 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    254,604 miles
    Test number
    704826832798
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail254,598 miles (+4,464)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    254,598 miles
    Test number
    942230273112
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass250,134 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    250,134 miles
    Test number
    515381180004
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Fail250,120 miles (+6,377)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    250,120 miles
    Test number
    938435358974
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  9. Pass243,743 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    243,743 miles
    Test number
    422701611365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail243,735 miles (+7,096)1 dangerous3 major1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    243,735 miles
    Test number
    185441736733
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • 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 Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cill is corroded from front jack point to rear jack point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass236,639 miles (+28)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    236,639 miles
    Test number
    569618006827
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  12. Fail236,611 miles (+7,367)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,611 miles
    Test number
    684271685234
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint front arm (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass229,244 miles (+9,626)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    229,244 miles
    Test number
    739494188070
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  14. Pass219,618 miles (+191)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    219,618 miles
    Test number
    231373898046
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint front arm (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  15. Fail219,427 miles (+11,284)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,427 miles
    Test number
    871402774954
    • FailureNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint front arm (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  16. Pass208,143 miles (+374)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    208,143 miles
    Test number
    726670575005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail207,769 miles (+5,483)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,769 miles
    Test number
    875944165030
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass202,286 miles (+9,338)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    202,286 miles
    Test number
    516876764079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass192,948 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    192,948 miles
    Test number
    177231473483
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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

  20. Fail192,948 miles (+7,034)5 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,948 miles
    Test number
    107060773076
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureSuspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSuspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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
    • NoteThe handbrake lever on the nearside rear caliper isnt moving

  21. Pass185,914 miles (+52)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    185,914 miles
    Test number
    825801012041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Fail185,862 miles (+7,849)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,862 miles
    Test number
    298189502048
    • FailureNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass178,013 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    178,013 miles
    Test number
    195472511449
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  24. Fail178,000 miles (+7,818)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,000 miles
    Test number
    539257401037
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  25. Pass170,182 miles (+108)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    170,182 miles
    Test number
    951424229381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail170,074 miles (+11,541)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,074 miles
    Test number
    251219119322
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  27. Pass158,533 miles (+10,467)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    158,533 miles
    Test number
    421766408415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass148,066 miles (+9,870)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    148,066 miles
    Test number
    722382627384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass138,196 miles (+310)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    138,196 miles
    Test number
    854150226320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail137,886 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,886 miles
    Test number
    814457106394
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Questions about R770 GRF

Does R770 GRF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R770 GRF expired on 11 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R770 GRF?
The MOT on R770 GRF expired on 11 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R770 GRF done?
R770 GRF was recorded at 261,648 miles at its MOT on 12 Apr 2024, an average of 7,096 miles a year.
Has R770 GRF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R770 GRF has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on R770 GRF 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 R770 GRF find?
R770 GRF passed its latest MOT on 12 Apr 2024 with 9 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 6 more.

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