Volkswagen Passat
Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,796 cc
S59 AWLMOT history
S59 AWL is a silver petrol Volkswagen Passat first used on 4 Nov 1998. Its MOT is valid until 26 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 126,730 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 26 Aug 2027
- Mileage
- 126,730 mi
- At MOT on 24 Aug 2026
- MOT tests
- 29
- 21 passed · 8 failed
- Per year
- 3,889 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- S59 AWL
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Passat
- Colour
- Silver
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,796 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1998
- First used
- 4 Nov 1998
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 26 Aug 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 24 Aug 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
S59 AWL was last recorded at 126,730 miles on 24 Aug 2026, 4,396 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 122,334 miles · 27 Aug 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 4,396 miles
- Average per year
- 3,889 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 126,730 miles
- 2025 – 122,334 miles
- 2024 – 117,286 miles
- 2023 – 112,408 miles
- 2022 – 107,837 miles
- 2021 – 103,332 miles
- 2020 – 99,634 miles
- 2019 – 96,024 miles
- 2018 – 94,848 miles
- 2017 – 92,200 miles
- 2016 – 88,536 miles
- 2015 – 83,285 miles
- 2014 – 78,599 miles
- 2013 – 74,491 miles
- 2012 – 71,254 miles
- 2011 – 68,183 miles
- 2010 – 65,544 miles
- 2009 – 61,934 miles
- 2008 – 57,883 miles
- 2007 – 52,556 miles
- 2005 – 46,412 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass126,730 miles
- MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread
Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil
Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025
Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated
Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2024
Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023
Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023
Full MOT history
29 tests since 29 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass126,730 miles (+4,396)2 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 26 Aug 2027
- Odometer
- 126,730 miles
- Test number
- 660568794351
- MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass122,334 miles (+15)1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Aug 2026
- Odometer
- 122,334 miles
- Test number
- 263385603541
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail122,319 miles (+5,033)4 major1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 122,319 miles
- Test number
- 843815064218
- MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass117,286 miles (+4)3 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 26 Aug 2025
- Odometer
- 117,286 miles
- Test number
- 569762441433
- MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Fail117,282 miles (+4,874)2 major3 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 117,282 miles
- Test number
- 254195982856
- MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass112,408 miles (+4,571)1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 31 Jul 2024
- Odometer
- 112,408 miles
- Test number
- 983287469062
- MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner sidewall cut (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass107,837 miles (+14)2 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jul 2023
- Odometer
- 107,837 miles
- Test number
- 944909711008
- MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Fail107,823 miles (+4,491)4 major2 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 107,823 miles
- Test number
- 589579609008
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass103,332 miles (+3,698)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jul 2022
- Odometer
- 103,332 miles
- Test number
- 248175054424
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass99,634 miles (+1,645)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Jul 2021
- Odometer
- 99,634 miles
- Test number
- 516148237940
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail97,989 miles (+1,965)4 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 97,989 miles
- Test number
- 792572998781
- MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Pass96,024 miles (+1,176)2 minor
- MOT expiry
- 28 Feb 2020
- Odometer
- 96,024 miles
- Test number
- 251803646391
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Pass94,848 miles (+2,648)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Feb 2019
- Odometer
- 94,848 miles
- Test number
- 779476173559
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass92,200 miles (+3,664)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Feb 2018
- Odometer
- 92,200 miles
- Test number
- 283811993972
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass88,536 miles
- MOT expiry
- 28 Feb 2017
- Odometer
- 88,536 miles
- Test number
- 593760466998
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail88,536 miles (+5,251)3 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 88,536 miles
- Test number
- 543559691155
- FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Pass83,285 miles (+4,686)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Feb 2016
- Odometer
- 83,285 miles
- Test number
- 335416055060
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass78,599 miles (+4,108)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Feb 2015
- Odometer
- 78,599 miles
- Test number
- 717577154079
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass74,491 miles (+3,237)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Feb 2014
- Odometer
- 74,491 miles
- Test number
- 476438653042
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass71,254 miles (+3,071)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Feb 2013
- Odometer
- 71,254 miles
- Test number
- 719113552064
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass68,183 miles (+2,639)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Feb 2012
- Odometer
- 68,183 miles
- Test number
- 177919751076
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass65,544 miles (+3,610)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Feb 2011
- Odometer
- 65,544 miles
- Test number
- 424458140040
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass61,934 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Feb 2010
- Odometer
- 61,934 miles
- Test number
- 874586859048
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
Fail61,933 miles (+4,050)1 failure4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 61,933 miles
- Test number
- 163816359040
- FailureOffside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
Pass57,883 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Feb 2009
- Odometer
- 57,883 miles
- Test number
- 423080668096
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Fail57,883 miles (+5,327)1 repaired6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 57,883 miles
- Test number
- 630040868047
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass52,556 miles (+6,144)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Feb 2008
- Odometer
- 52,556 miles
- Test number
- 211888557087
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass46,412 miles
- MOT expiry
- 28 Dec 2006
- Odometer
- 46,412 miles
- Test number
- 982143765362
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail46,411 miles1 failure3 advisories4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 46,411 miles
- Test number
- 584023165358
- FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- NoteNearside front tyre on legal limit.
- NoteNearside rear tyre on legal limit
- NoteOffside front tyre on legal limit
- NoteOffside rear tyre deteriorated
Questions about S59 AWL
- Does S59 AWL currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S59 AWL is valid until 26 Aug 2027.
- When is the MOT due on S59 AWL?
- The MOT on S59 AWL is valid until 26 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has S59 AWL done?
- S59 AWL was recorded at 126,730 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2026, an average of 3,889 miles a year.
- Has S59 AWL ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. S59 AWL has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2025.
- Has the mileage on S59 AWL 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 S59 AWL find?
- S59 AWL passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: headlamp lens slightly defective both; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.
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