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Volkswagen Passat

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T136 BCYMOT history

T136 BCY is a blue petrol Volkswagen Passat first used on 12 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 123,659 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
123,659 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,773 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T136 BCY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T136 BCY was last recorded at 123,659 miles on 23 Mar 2026, 68 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Mar 2015: 5,119 miles, lower than 48,363 miles on 26 Feb 2014.

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
123,591 miles · 11 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
68 miles
Average per year
4,773 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,659 miles
  • 2025 – 118,886 miles
  • 2024 – 112,199 miles
  • 2023 – 107,459 miles
  • 2022 – 103,066 miles
  • 2021 – 98,703 miles
  • 2020 – 87,953 miles
  • 2019 – 69,891 miles
  • 2018 – 56,176 miles
  • 2017 – 55,170 miles
  • 2016 – 53,628 miles
  • 2015 – 5,119 miles
  • 2014 – 48,363 miles
  • 2013 – 45,929 miles
  • 2012 – 43,590 miles
  • 2011 – 41,262 miles
  • 2010 – 38,461 miles
  • 2009 – 35,780 miles
  • 2008 – 33,531 miles
  • 2007 – 30,472 miles
  • 2006 – 28,011 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,659 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both Cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020

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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Offside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2012

Full MOT history

31 tests since 9 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,659 miles (+68)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    123,659 miles
    Test number
    173152817131
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both Cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail123,591 miles (+4,705)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,591 miles
    Test number
    958239433387
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Onto Flexi Under Wing (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both Cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass118,886 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    118,886 miles
    Test number
    153656259893
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail118,876 miles (+6,677)2 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,876 miles
    Test number
    152993835564
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass112,199 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    112,199 miles
    Test number
    884356841148
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail112,195 miles (+4,736)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,195 miles
    Test number
    732717294859
    • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front arm, front ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass107,459 miles (+4,393)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    107,459 miles
    Test number
    648097930837
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass103,066 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    103,066 miles
    Test number
    734036467020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail103,061 miles (+4,358)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,061 miles
    Test number
    676606256417
    • MajorCentral Rear Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass98,703 miles (+10,750)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    98,703 miles
    Test number
    418577297305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass87,953 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    87,953 miles
    Test number
    646606331207
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Fail87,953 miles (+18,062)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,953 miles
    Test number
    679288665065
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass69,891 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    69,891 miles
    Test number
    542087995591
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  14. Fail69,891 miles (+13,715)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,891 miles
    Test number
    500178903506
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  15. Pass56,176 miles (+1,006)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    56,176 miles
    Test number
    358485530067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass55,170 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    55,170 miles
    Test number
    828398225636
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked
    • AdvisoryNot able to clearly see any of the brake pads due to wheel trims

  17. Fail55,170 miles (+1,542)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,170 miles
    Test number
    301064756011
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid topped up washer fluid and found pipe fitting not full sealing on washer jet on nearside (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked
    • AdvisoryNot able to clearly see any of the brake pads due to wheel trims

  18. Pass53,628 miles (+48,509)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    53,628 miles
    Test number
    426832196483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass5,119 miles (-43,244)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    5,119 miles
    Test number
    869912265082
    • NoteRear crossmember surface rust

  20. Pass48,363 miles (+2,434)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    48,363 miles
    Test number
    957727754050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass45,929 miles (+2,339)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    45,929 miles
    Test number
    856593653060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass43,590 miles (+2,328)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    43,590 miles
    Test number
    729067662030
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass41,262 miles (+2,801)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    41,262 miles
    Test number
    226428561057
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  24. Pass38,461 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    38,461 miles
    Test number
    470682360048
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCrack in front number plate
    • NoteMisting of oil on power steering pipe under bonnet
    • NoteMisting of oil on power steering rack boot (offside)

  25. Fail38,461 miles (+2,681)2 repaired4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,461 miles
    Test number
    643802260049
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCrack in front number plate
    • NoteMisting of oil on power steering pipe under bonnet
    • NoteMisting of oil on power steering rack boot (offside)

  26. Pass35,780 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    35,780 miles
    Test number
    831407559068
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  27. Fail35,780 miles (+2,249)1 failure5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,780 miles
    Test number
    182867159474
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  28. Pass33,531 miles (+3,059)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    33,531 miles
    Test number
    561946568019
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  29. Pass30,472 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    30,472 miles
    Test number
    172405367481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail30,469 miles (+2,458)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,469 miles
    Test number
    564695867099
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  31. Pass28,011 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    28,011 miles
    Test number
    711858466004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about T136 BCY

Does T136 BCY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T136 BCY is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T136 BCY?
The MOT on T136 BCY is valid until 26 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T136 BCY done?
T136 BCY was recorded at 123,659 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2026, an average of 4,773 miles a year.
Has T136 BCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T136 BCY has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T136 BCY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Mar 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T136 BCY find?
T136 BCY passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front brake hose slightly deteriorated both cracking; nearside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively, and 1 more.

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