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Volkswagen Passat

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 1,968 cc

S3 GYPMOT history

S3 GYP is a black diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 15 Oct 2010. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 127,465 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

S3 GYP black Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
127,465 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,985 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 GYP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
15 Oct 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 GYP was last recorded at 127,465 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 5,102 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,363 miles · 24 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,102 miles
Average per year
7,985 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,465 miles
  • 2025 – 122,363 miles
  • 2024 – 117,897 miles
  • 2023 – 110,649 miles
  • 2022 – 104,368 miles
  • 2021 – 99,070 miles
  • 2020 – 94,247 miles
  • 2019 – 88,873 miles
  • 2018 – 80,025 miles
  • 2017 – 68,161 miles
  • 2016 – 57,200 miles
  • 2015 – 42,982 miles
  • 2014 – 30,381 miles
  • 2013 – 27,706 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,465 miles
  • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • Advisory- Suspension, chassis and its raking components have varied stages of corrosion
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured - NS/OS (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened - NS/OS (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper - Wheel arch panel corroded to excess
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured - NS/OS (4.4.3 (a))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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • - Suspension, chassis and its braking components have varied stages of corrosion

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

19 tests since 22 Oct 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,465 miles (+5,102)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    127,465 miles
    Test number
    942804957475
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • Advisory- Suspension, chassis and its raking components have varied stages of corrosion
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured - NS/OS (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened - NS/OS (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper - Wheel arch panel corroded to excess
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured - NS/OS (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Pass122,363 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    122,363 miles
    Test number
    942710779345
    • Advisory- Suspension, chassis and its braking components have varied stages of corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened - NS/OS (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail122,356 miles (+4,459)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,356 miles
    Test number
    998818079931
    • MajorFront Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded - NS/OS (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorFront Headlamp levelling device inoperative - NS/OS sensor arms broken / dog bone joint (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect - MAIN beam (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • Advisory- Suspension, chassis and its braking components have varied stages of corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened - NS/OS (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass117,897 miles (+7,248)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    117,897 miles
    Test number
    570508229840
    • Advisory- Suspension, chassis and its braking components have varied stages of corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule - NS/OS (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower - NS/OS Suspension (multi-dampening) sensor arms/broken
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured - NS/OS (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass110,649 miles (+6,281)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    110,649 miles
    Test number
    114356794615
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front level sensor broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front level sensor broken
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass104,368 miles (+5,298)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    104,368 miles
    Test number
    700293050361
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension bushes deteriorated

  7. Pass99,070 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    99,070 miles
    Test number
    102645275099
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Object in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail99,070 miles (+4,823)2 repaired1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,070 miles
    Test number
    934630005019
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Object in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass94,247 miles (+5,374)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    94,247 miles
    Test number
    479747836768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass88,873 miles (+8,848)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    88,873 miles
    Test number
    436350736803
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner tyre wearing on edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner tyre bald on edge

  11. Pass80,025 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    80,025 miles
    Test number
    275464265043
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail80,025 miles (+11,864)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,025 miles
    Test number
    708404743049
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner tyre wearing on edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass68,161 miles (+10,961)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    68,161 miles
    Test number
    908965212893
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass57,200 miles (+363)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    57,200 miles
    Test number
    770157606328
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge-tread at 3mm.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear excess wear at tyre inner edge-below 1.6mm.

  15. Fail56,837 miles (+13,855)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,837 miles
    Test number
    515451609510
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords on inner sidewall. (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge-tread at 3mm.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear excess wear at tyre inner edge-below 1.6mm.

  16. Pass42,982 miles (+12,601)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    42,982 miles
    Test number
    526351675044
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Pass30,381 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    30,381 miles
    Test number
    657826174075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail30,381 miles (+2,675)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,381 miles
    Test number
    197806174018
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  19. Pass27,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    27,706 miles
    Test number
    108465793209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 GYP

Does S3 GYP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 GYP is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 GYP?
The MOT on S3 GYP is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 GYP done?
S3 GYP was recorded at 127,465 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 7,985 miles a year.
Has S3 GYP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 GYP has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on S3 GYP 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 GYP find?
S3 GYP passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; - suspension, chassis and its raking components have varied stages of corrosion; central rear upper anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened, and 7 more.

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