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Volkswagen Passat

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T174 AFGMOT history

T174 AFG is a blue petrol Volkswagen Passat first used on 21 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Sept 2023 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 190,486 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Sept 2023
Mileage
190,486 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2022
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,006 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T174 AFG
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
21 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T174 AFG was last recorded at 190,486 miles on 15 Sept 2022, 1,935 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Sept 2012: 160,150 miles, lower than 162,008 miles on 13 Sept 2012.

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
188,551 miles · 1 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
1,935 miles
Average per year
6,006 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 190,486 miles
  • 2021 – 188,551 miles
  • 2020 – 186,348 miles
  • 2019 – 184,198 miles
  • 2018 – 181,109 miles
  • 2017 – 178,466 miles
  • 2016 – 176,273 miles
  • 2015 – 173,964 miles
  • 2014 – 171,041 miles
  • 2013 – 168,073 miles
  • 2012 – 160,150 miles
  • 2011 – 151,273 miles
  • 2010 – 140,892 miles
  • 2009 – 127,726 miles
  • 2008 – 117,959 miles
  • 2007 – 106,658 miles
  • 2006 – 94,017 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass190,486 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass190,486 miles (+1,935)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    190,486 miles
    Test number
    315743337965
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass188,551 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    188,551 miles
    Test number
    362551110585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail188,551 miles (+2,203)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,551 miles
    Test number
    416324400550
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  4. Pass186,348 miles (+2,150)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    186,348 miles
    Test number
    855903117757
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass184,198 miles (+3,089)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    184,198 miles
    Test number
    410147668737
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Pass181,109 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    181,109 miles
    Test number
    731510447406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail181,097 miles (+2,631)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,097 miles
    Test number
    579917653905
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass178,466 miles (+34)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    178,466 miles
    Test number
    199214016735
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  9. Fail178,432 miles (+2,159)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,432 miles
    Test number
    981444449953
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass176,273 miles (+83)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    176,273 miles
    Test number
    848599064456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail176,190 miles (+2,226)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,190 miles
    Test number
    834078051008
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  12. Pass173,964 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    173,964 miles
    Test number
    569626759090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail173,924 miles (+2,883)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,924 miles
    Test number
    127029896150
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint Front Arm (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass171,041 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    171,041 miles
    Test number
    196298254280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail171,025 miles (+2,952)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,025 miles
    Test number
    546712054297
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass168,073 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    168,073 miles
    Test number
    859946143278
    • NoteN/S Headlamp tarnished.

  17. Fail168,073 miles (+7,923)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,073 miles
    Test number
    846096743263
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/S Headlamp tarnished.

  18. Pass160,150 miles (-1,858)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    160,150 miles
    Test number
    148225462233
    • AdvisoryFront front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteREAR BRAKE PADS GETTING LOW (INNER)
    • NoteSUSPENSION BUSHES AND GAITORS ARE PERISHING

  19. Fail162,008 miles (+10,735)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,008 miles
    Test number
    307047352474
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteREAR BRAKE PADS GETTING LOW (INNER)
    • NoteSUSPENSION BUSHES AND GAITORS ARE PERISHING

  20. Pass151,273 miles (+10,381)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    151,273 miles
    Test number
    639891271291
    • NoteSLIGHT PLAY IN OFFSIDE ANTI-ROLLBAR LINK

  21. Pass140,892 miles (+13,166)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    140,892 miles
    Test number
    254589740251
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass127,726 miles (+13)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    127,726 miles
    Test number
    624480759214
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear lamp damaged

  23. Fail127,713 miles (+9,754)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,713 miles
    Test number
    350667849466
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear lamp damaged

  24. Pass117,959 miles (+147)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    117,959 miles
    Test number
    993017548260
    • NoteSUSPENSION BUSHES ARE PERISHED

  25. Fail117,812 miles (+11,154)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,812 miles
    Test number
    353971448219
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSUSPENSION BUSHES ARE PERISHED

  26. Pass106,658 miles (+12,641)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    106,658 miles
    Test number
    641884437223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass94,017 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    94,017 miles
    Test number
    122595936262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T174 AFG

Does T174 AFG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T174 AFG expired on 30 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T174 AFG?
The MOT on T174 AFG expired on 30 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T174 AFG done?
T174 AFG was recorded at 190,486 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2022, an average of 6,006 miles a year.
Has T174 AFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T174 AFG has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on T174 AFG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Sept 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T174 AFG find?
T174 AFG passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2022 with 7 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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