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Volkswagen Passat

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,781 cc

S761 KAMMOT history

S761 KAM is a green petrol Volkswagen Passat first used on 7 Sept 1998. Its MOT expired on 6 Sept 2022 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 185,402 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Sept 2022
Mileage
185,402 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2022
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,747 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S761 KAM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
7 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Sept 2022
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

S761 KAM was last recorded at 185,402 miles on 29 Sept 2022, 1,249 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Aug 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Aug 2020: 82,882 miles, lower than 178,952 miles on 15 Jul 2019.

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

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
184,153 miles · 24 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
1,249 miles
Average per year
3,747 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 185,402 miles
  • 2021 – 184,153 miles
  • 2020 – 182,893 miles
  • 2019 – 178,952 miles
  • 2018 – 175,071 miles
  • 2017 – 170,665 miles
  • 2016 – 167,716 miles
  • 2014 – 167,129 miles
  • 2013 – 162,862 miles
  • 2012 – 157,663 miles
  • 2011 – 153,584 miles
  • 2010 – 149,295 miles
  • 2009 – 141,227 miles
  • 2008 – 134,169 miles
  • 2007 – 130,592 miles
  • 2006 – 123,495 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail185,402 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

What MOT failures 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 Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone front bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Emissions were erratic

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Front headlamps getting hazy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Both headlamps distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 23 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail185,402 miles (+1,249)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,402 miles
    Test number
    918643345540
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Pass184,153 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    184,153 miles
    Test number
    423012067454
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive general surface corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail184,152 miles (+1,259)1 dangerous2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,152 miles
    Test number
    899768966972
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive general surface corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass182,893 miles (+100,011)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    182,893 miles
    Test number
    638600747168
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail82,882 miles (-96,070)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,882 miles
    Test number
    192622178637
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass178,952 miles (+3,881)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    178,952 miles
    Test number
    645566271134
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are perishing
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryEmissions were very erratic, will need attention soon
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play bush (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre has abnormal wear

  7. Pass175,071 miles (+4,406)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    175,071 miles
    Test number
    173771622569
    • AdvisoryEmissions were erratic
    • AdvisoryExhaust center section outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront headlamps getting hazy
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass170,665 miles (+2,949)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    170,665 miles
    Test number
    113932464755
    • AdvisoryEmissions were erratic
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre section outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryFront headlamps getting hazy
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Pass167,716 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    167,716 miles
    Test number
    962588913702
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps distorted

  10. Fail167,703 miles (+574)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,703 miles
    Test number
    569142213890
    • FailureAccess panel cannot be secured in the closed position bonnet (6.4.1)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps distorted

  11. Pass167,129 miles (+4,267)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    167,129 miles
    Test number
    949142534294
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge

  12. Pass162,862 miles (+5,199)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    162,862 miles
    Test number
    568139123248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass157,663 miles (+4,079)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    157,663 miles
    Test number
    985998532226
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass153,584 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    153,584 miles
    Test number
    528219621253
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear tyres deteriorated
    • NoteVarious small chips across windscreen

  15. Fail153,584 miles (+4,289)2 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,584 miles
    Test number
    787009321256
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear tyres deteriorated
    • NoteVarious small chips across windscreen

  16. Pass149,295 miles (+8,068)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    149,295 miles
    Test number
    311995330233
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass141,227 miles (+84)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    141,227 miles
    Test number
    304326039268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail141,143 miles (+6,974)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,143 miles
    Test number
    542383939273
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass134,169 miles (+3,577)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    134,169 miles
    Test number
    282508228234
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  20. Pass130,592 miles (+7,097)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    130,592 miles
    Test number
    940226237234
    • NoteBrake discs very rusty
    • NoteWipers starting to split on ends

  21. Pass123,495 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    123,495 miles
    Test number
    610433486016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail123,495 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,495 miles
    Test number
    970862886019
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S761 KAM

Does S761 KAM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S761 KAM expired on 6 Sept 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S761 KAM?
The MOT on S761 KAM expired on 6 Sept 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S761 KAM done?
S761 KAM was recorded at 185,402 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2022, an average of 3,747 miles a year.
Has S761 KAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S761 KAM has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on S761 KAM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Aug 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S761 KAM find?
S761 KAM failed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2022 with 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 3 more.

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