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Volkswagen Passat

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

S24 BMXMOT history

S24 BMX is a silver diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 24 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 22 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 273,585 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2026.

S24 BMX silver Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Sept 2027
Mileage
273,585 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,662 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S24 BMX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S24 BMX was last recorded at 273,585 miles on 26 Aug 2026, 7,772 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Aug 2021: 235,767 miles, lower than 238,978 miles on 23 Sept 2020.

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

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassMileage went down
Previous MOT
265,813 miles · 5 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
7,772 miles
Average per year
9,662 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 273,585 miles
  • 2025 – 265,813 miles
  • 2024 – 257,825 miles
  • 2023 – 250,740 miles
  • 2022 – 243,498 miles
  • 2021 – 235,767 miles
  • 2020 – 238,978 miles
  • 2019 – 223,065 miles
  • 2018 – 215,637 miles
  • 2017 – 210,032 miles
  • 2016 – 202,145 miles
  • 2015 – 194,899 miles
  • 2014 – 187,737 miles
  • 2013 – 180,911 miles
  • 2012 – 173,424 miles
  • 2011 – 166,161 miles
  • 2010 – 160,100 miles
  • 2009 – 148,394 miles
  • 2008 – 138,135 miles
  • 2006 – 75,212 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass273,585 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 13 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass273,585 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    273,585 miles
    Test number
    323742840694
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail273,585 miles (+7,772)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    273,585 miles
    Test number
    942913426385
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass265,813 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    265,813 miles
    Test number
    581302464667
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail265,813 miles (+7,988)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    265,813 miles
    Test number
    252732319095
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass257,825 miles (+7,085)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    257,825 miles
    Test number
    396384203729
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass250,740 miles (+7,242)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    250,740 miles
    Test number
    714614132858
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass243,498 miles (+7,731)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    243,498 miles
    Test number
    415076454981
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass235,767 miles (-3,211)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    235,767 miles
    Test number
    168096213110
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass238,978 miles (+15,913)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    238,978 miles
    Test number
    691705458931
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  10. Pass223,065 miles (+7,428)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    223,065 miles
    Test number
    466485980466
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass215,637 miles (+5,605)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    215,637 miles
    Test number
    417745440969
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp lens deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp lens deteriorated

  12. Pass210,032 miles (+7,887)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    210,032 miles
    Test number
    971722075264
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass202,145 miles (+7,246)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    202,145 miles
    Test number
    961789880804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass194,899 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2016
    Odometer
    194,899 miles
    Test number
    179035935134
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail194,899 miles (+7,162)1 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,899 miles
    Test number
    306205635183
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass187,737 miles9 advisories9 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    187,737 miles
    Test number
    638076834160
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres are worn on both edges, are perished but not exposing cords, nearside front is on 1.8mm of tread and offside front is 2.5mm of tread
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn, pitted or scored
    • NoteFront wipers starting to smear
    • NoteOffside rear tyre is worn on both edges and is on 3mm of tread
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail187,737 miles (+6,826)4 failures9 advisories9 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,737 miles
    Test number
    736186534148
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres are worn on both edges, are perished but not exposing cords, nearside front is on 1.8mm of tread and offside front is 2.5mm of tread
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn, pitted or scored
    • NoteFront wipers starting to smear
    • NoteOffside rear tyre is worn on both edges and is on 3mm of tread
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass180,911 miles (+7,487)12 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    180,911 miles
    Test number
    557714033102
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs slightly worn or scored
    • NoteNearside rear tyre is worn on both edges, offside rear tyre is worn slightly on both edges and both rear tyres are starting to perish slightly
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass173,424 miles (+7,263)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2013
    Odometer
    173,424 miles
    Test number
    399086222106
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NotePlastic covers concealing testeable items

  20. Pass166,161 miles (+6,061)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2012
    Odometer
    166,161 miles
    Test number
    105027621172
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteN/s/f mirror cracked but not obscuring rear view

  21. Pass160,100 miles6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2011
    Odometer
    160,100 miles
    Test number
    141925130152
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteImbalance on rear brake application.

  22. Fail160,100 miles (+11,706)2 repaired6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,100 miles
    Test number
    714005330111
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteImbalance on rear brake application.

  23. Pass148,394 miles (+10,259)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2010
    Odometer
    148,394 miles
    Test number
    662378229140
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass138,135 miles (+62,923)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2009
    Odometer
    138,135 miles
    Test number
    232007538198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass75,212 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    75,212 miles
    Test number
    171744746069
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about S24 BMX

Does S24 BMX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S24 BMX is valid until 22 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S24 BMX?
The MOT on S24 BMX is valid until 22 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S24 BMX done?
S24 BMX was recorded at 273,585 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2026, an average of 9,662 miles a year.
Has S24 BMX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S24 BMX has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on S24 BMX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Aug 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S24 BMX find?
S24 BMX passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside track rod end ball joint has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive.

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