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Volkswagen Passat

Silver · Diesel · 2013 · 1,968 cc

S28 SBJMOT history

S28 SBJ is a silver diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 17 Dec 2013. Its MOT is valid until 16 Dec 2026 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 82,499 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2025.

S28 SBJ silver Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Dec 2026
Mileage
82,499 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2025
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,551 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S28 SBJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
17 Dec 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S28 SBJ was last recorded at 82,499 miles on 12 Dec 2025, 6,299 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,200 miles · 25 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
6,299 miles
Average per year
5,551 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 82,499 miles
  • 2024 – 76,200 miles
  • 2023 – 72,239 miles
  • 2022 – 69,433 miles
  • 2021 – 64,517 miles
  • 2020 – 58,726 miles
  • 2019 – 54,326 miles
  • 2018 – 46,413 miles
  • 2017 – 40,778 miles
  • 2016 – 32,255 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,499 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

14 tests since 23 Nov 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,499 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    82,499 miles
    Test number
    123996629618
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail82,495 miles (+6,295)1 dangerous1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,495 miles
    Test number
    166065299587
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass76,200 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    76,200 miles
    Test number
    424113887277
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail76,199 miles (+3,960)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,199 miles
    Test number
    107810113945
    • MajorExhaust system insecure Centre section sleeve burst and insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass72,239 miles (+2,806)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    72,239 miles
    Test number
    233832970713
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Sleeve between centre and downpipe broken on one side (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension/headlamp level sensor broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass69,433 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    69,433 miles
    Test number
    697806635354
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail69,433 miles (+4,916)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,433 miles
    Test number
    425706972046
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass64,517 miles (+5,791)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    64,517 miles
    Test number
    678810580294
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass58,726 miles (+4,400)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    58,726 miles
    Test number
    116150161998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass54,326 miles (+7,913)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    54,326 miles
    Test number
    101880633572
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass46,413 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    46,413 miles
    Test number
    725124331604
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Fail46,413 miles (+5,635)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,413 miles
    Test number
    991121575686
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass40,778 miles (+8,523)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    40,778 miles
    Test number
    828104156689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass32,255 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    32,255 miles
    Test number
    880716700289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S28 SBJ

Does S28 SBJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S28 SBJ is valid until 16 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S28 SBJ?
The MOT on S28 SBJ is valid until 16 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S28 SBJ done?
S28 SBJ was recorded at 82,499 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2025, an average of 5,551 miles a year.
Has S28 SBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S28 SBJ has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on S28 SBJ 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 S28 SBJ find?
S28 SBJ passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2025 with 11 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; front inner brake pad(s) wearing thin; front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively, and 8 more.

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