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Volkswagen Passat

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T143 ROUMOT history

T143 ROU is a silver diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 22 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Nov 2021 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 137,799 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Nov 2021
Mileage
137,799 mi
At MOT on 2 Nov 2021
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,838 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T143 ROU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Nov 2021
Latest MOT test
2 Nov 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

T143 ROU was last recorded at 137,799 miles on 2 Nov 2021, 5,395 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Oct 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Nov 2009: 46,928 miles, lower than 68,455 miles on 5 Nov 2008.
  • 29 Oct 2012: 93,262 miles, lower than 111,894 miles on 2 Nov 2011.

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
132,404 miles · 19 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
5,395 miles
Average per year
5,838 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 137,799 miles
  • 2020 – 132,404 miles
  • 2019 – 128,684 miles
  • 2018 – 123,792 miles
  • 2017 – 119,830 miles
  • 2016 – 115,795 miles
  • 2015 – 110,984 miles
  • 2014 – 104,878 miles
  • 2013 – 98,454 miles
  • 2012 – 93,262 miles
  • 2011 – 111,894 miles
  • 2010 – 83,065 miles
  • 2009 – 46,928 miles
  • 2008 – 68,455 miles
  • 2007 – 59,551 miles
  • 2006 – 50,298 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail137,799 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 7 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail137,799 miles (+5,395)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,799 miles
    Test number
    345514230081
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  2. Pass132,404 miles (+3,720)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    132,404 miles
    Test number
    274166152781
    • AdvisoryRear axle and components are corroded especially in hub area needs cleaning off and a wax oil /protection applied

  3. Pass128,684 miles (+4,892)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    128,684 miles
    Test number
    344516043181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass123,792 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    123,792 miles
    Test number
    484896297719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail123,790 miles (+3,960)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,790 miles
    Test number
    819321690216
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • 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 Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass119,830 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    119,830 miles
    Test number
    776795017153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail119,828 miles (+4,033)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,828 miles
    Test number
    114747228745
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint outer balljoint (2.4.G.2)

  8. Pass115,795 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    115,795 miles
    Test number
    176211134763
    • AdvisoryUnderbody heavily corroded

  9. Fail115,794 miles (+4,810)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,794 miles
    Test number
    111528040763
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnderbody heavily corroded

  10. Pass110,984 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    110,984 miles
    Test number
    435837790952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail110,982 miles (+6,104)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,982 miles
    Test number
    408713382332
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Pass104,878 miles (+6,424)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    104,878 miles
    Test number
    899759604357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass98,454 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    98,454 miles
    Test number
    165940913318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail98,452 miles (+5,190)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,452 miles
    Test number
    337110313389
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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 Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • NoteFront no plate broken

  15. Pass93,262 miles (-18,632)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    93,262 miles
    Test number
    627563302376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass111,894 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    111,894 miles
    Test number
    257356701383
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOsr tyre perishing

  17. Fail87,631 miles (+4,566)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,631 miles
    Test number
    358426401388
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOsr tyre perishing

  18. Pass83,065 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    83,065 miles
    Test number
    444411900423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail83,064 miles (+36,136)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,064 miles
    Test number
    530541400369
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass46,928 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    46,928 miles
    Test number
    683117509327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail46,928 miles (-21,527)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,928 miles
    Test number
    462457709365
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass68,455 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    68,455 miles
    Test number
    920520418300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail68,499 miles (+8,948)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,499 miles
    Test number
    114790418339
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass59,551 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    59,551 miles
    Test number
    864604707301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail59,550 miles (+9,252)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,550 miles
    Test number
    451832907441
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  26. Pass50,298 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    50,298 miles
    Test number
    612541716317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T143 ROU

Does T143 ROU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T143 ROU expired on 12 Nov 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T143 ROU?
The MOT on T143 ROU expired on 12 Nov 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T143 ROU done?
T143 ROU was recorded at 137,799 miles at its MOT on 2 Nov 2021, an average of 5,838 miles a year.
Has T143 ROU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T143 ROU has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T143 ROU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 3 Nov 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T143 ROU find?
T143 ROU failed its latest MOT on 2 Nov 2021 with 4 major defects: nearside rear shock absorbers has negligible damping effect; offside front position lamp not working; offside front suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rearmost, and 1 more.

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