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Volkswagen Passat

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T152 RCEMOT history

T152 RCE is a silver petrol Volkswagen Passat first used on 17 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Apr 2022 and it has passed 11 of 19 MOT tests, with 165,952 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Apr 2022
Mileage
165,952 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2023
MOT tests
19
11 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,438 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T152 RCE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Apr 2022
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T152 RCE was last recorded at 165,952 miles on 27 Feb 2023, 3,060 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,892 miles · 10 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
3,060 miles
Average per year
4,438 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 165,952 miles
  • 2021 – 162,892 miles
  • 2020 – 156,851 miles
  • 2016 – 156,832 miles
  • 2015 – 152,794 miles
  • 2013 – 146,747 miles
  • 2012 – 142,058 miles
  • 2011 – 132,504 miles
  • 2010 – 120,618 miles
  • 2009 – 108,690 miles
  • 2008 – 98,293 miles
  • 2007 – 95,651 miles
  • 2006 – 90,730 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail165,952 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryExhaust very rusty

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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2012–2016

Full MOT history

19 tests since 17 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail165,952 miles (+3,060)1 dangerous6 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,952 miles
    Test number
    694325023875
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust very rusty

  2. Pass162,892 miles (+31)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    162,892 miles
    Test number
    180582068138
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heavily corroded

  3. Fail162,861 miles (+6,010)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,861 miles
    Test number
    179346690520
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass156,851 miles (+19)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    156,851 miles
    Test number
    999479406047
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps are cloudy
    • AdvisoryExhaust system is corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre is down to approx. 3mm of tread
    • AdvisoryRear axle is corroded

  5. Fail156,832 miles (+4,038)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,832 miles
    Test number
    313225766546
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil level low

  6. Pass152,794 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    152,794 miles
    Test number
    682278935141
    • AdvisoryExhaust blowing slightly
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  7. Fail152,791 miles (+6,044)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,791 miles
    Test number
    260439561190
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust blowing slightly
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass146,747 miles (+135)1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    146,747 miles
    Test number
    467097153015
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteBoth nearside and offside headlights deteriorated, only slightly reduced light output
    • NoteBoth nearside and offside rear tyres inner edges of tread area worn low

  9. Fail146,612 miles (+4,554)9 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,612 miles
    Test number
    876991853008
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteRear tyres wearing on inside edge

  10. Pass142,058 miles5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    142,058 miles
    Test number
    505046442055
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteEngine oil needs topping up
    • NoteOffside wiper blade split

  11. Fail142,058 miles (+9,554)2 dangerous8 failures6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,058 miles
    Test number
    527046142007
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteEngine oil needs topping up
    • NoteOffside wiper blade split

  12. Pass132,504 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    132,504 miles
    Test number
    566792451072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail132,502 miles (+11,884)1 dangerous5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,502 miles
    Test number
    108299741081
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureCentre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass120,618 miles (+11,928)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    120,618 miles
    Test number
    100349390094
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Pass108,690 miles (+10,397)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    108,690 miles
    Test number
    340083489043
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear axle beam bush slightly deteriorated
    • NoteOffside wiper blade split

  16. Fail98,293 miles2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,293 miles
    Test number
    583740168006
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass98,293 miles (+2,642)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    98,293 miles
    Test number
    912000468028
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass95,651 miles (+4,921)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    95,651 miles
    Test number
    233776677073
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Pass90,730 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    90,730 miles
    Test number
    552206176019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T152 RCE

Does T152 RCE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T152 RCE expired on 9 Apr 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T152 RCE?
The MOT on T152 RCE expired on 9 Apr 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T152 RCE done?
T152 RCE was recorded at 165,952 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2023, an average of 4,438 miles a year.
Has T152 RCE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T152 RCE has failed 8 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on T152 RCE 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 T152 RCE find?
T152 RCE failed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside rear tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 12 more.

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