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Volkswagen Passat

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

S3 BDAMOT history

S3 BDA is a black diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 4 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 3 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 12 MOT tests, with 106,547 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2026.

S3 BDA black Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Sept 2027
Mileage
106,547 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2026
MOT tests
12
12 passed · 0 failed
Per year
7,248 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 BDA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
4 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 BDA was last recorded at 106,547 miles on 19 Aug 2026, 4,166 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
102,381 miles · 21 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,166 miles
Average per year
7,248 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,547 miles
  • 2025 – 102,381 miles
  • 2024 – 96,697 miles
  • 2023 – 90,718 miles
  • 2022 – 85,669 miles
  • 2021 – 76,965 miles
  • 2020 – 70,821 miles
  • 2019 – 64,669 miles
  • 2018 – 55,395 miles
  • 2017 – 46,851 miles
  • 2016 – 34,969 miles
  • 2015 – 27,072 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,547 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

12 tests since 1 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,547 miles (+4,166)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    106,547 miles
    Test number
    512770313137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass102,381 miles (+5,684)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    102,381 miles
    Test number
    534149489124
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Pass96,697 miles (+5,979)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    96,697 miles
    Test number
    999356535729
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass90,718 miles (+5,049)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    90,718 miles
    Test number
    383207871726
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass85,669 miles (+8,704)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    85,669 miles
    Test number
    960491537853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass76,965 miles (+6,144)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    76,965 miles
    Test number
    914068231800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass70,821 miles (+6,152)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    70,821 miles
    Test number
    786213463662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass64,669 miles (+9,274)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    64,669 miles
    Test number
    491869914443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass55,395 miles (+8,544)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    55,395 miles
    Test number
    248413808239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass46,851 miles (+11,882)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    46,851 miles
    Test number
    594419897741
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn unevenly
  11. Pass34,969 miles (+7,897)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    34,969 miles
    Test number
    181761548355
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing unevenly
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under-trays fitted
  12. Pass27,072 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    27,072 miles
    Test number
    907640577975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 BDA

Does S3 BDA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 BDA is valid until 3 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 BDA?
The MOT on S3 BDA is valid until 3 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 BDA done?
S3 BDA was recorded at 106,547 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2026, an average of 7,248 miles a year.
Has S3 BDA ever failed its MOT?
No. S3 BDA has passed all 12 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on S3 BDA 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 S3 BDA find?
S3 BDA passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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