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Volkswagen Passat

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

T18 ACHMOT history

T18 ACH is a green petrol Volkswagen Passat first used on 10 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Apr 2024 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 120,530 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Apr 2024
Mileage
120,530 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2023
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,161 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T18 ACH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T18 ACH was last recorded at 120,530 miles on 9 Mar 2023, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,528 miles · 2 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,161 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 120,530 miles
  • 2022 – 118,963 miles
  • 2021 – 117,283 miles
  • 2020 – 115,818 miles
  • 2019 – 113,186 miles
  • 2018 – 109,928 miles
  • 2017 – 106,734 miles
  • 2016 – 102,152 miles
  • 2015 – 97,414 miles
  • 2014 – 92,440 miles
  • 2013 – 86,695 miles
  • 2012 – 82,563 miles
  • 2011 – 79,465 miles
  • 2010 – 75,071 miles
  • 2009 – 70,932 miles
  • 2008 – 62,762 miles
  • 2007 – 55,234 miles
  • 2006 – 50,317 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,530 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

21 tests since 24 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,530 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    120,530 miles
    Test number
    708509075726
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail120,528 miles (+1,565)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,528 miles
    Test number
    190518556233
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass118,963 miles (+1,680)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    118,963 miles
    Test number
    712711324109
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass117,283 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    117,283 miles
    Test number
    464842953623
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  5. Fail117,283 miles (+1,465)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,283 miles
    Test number
    511936121335
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  6. Pass115,818 miles (+2,632)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    115,818 miles
    Test number
    657553089033
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face of disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass113,186 miles (+3,258)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    113,186 miles
    Test number
    721571464052
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass109,928 miles (+3,194)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    109,928 miles
    Test number
    455186561058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass106,734 miles (+4,582)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    106,734 miles
    Test number
    370622688356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass102,152 miles (+4,738)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    102,152 miles
    Test number
    535683727936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass97,414 miles (+4,974)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    97,414 miles
    Test number
    938654585021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass92,440 miles (+5,745)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    92,440 miles
    Test number
    719596384079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass86,695 miles (+4,132)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    86,695 miles
    Test number
    997125483026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass82,563 miles (+3,098)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    82,563 miles
    Test number
    286795692006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass79,465 miles (+109)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    79,465 miles
    Test number
    897219101185
    • NoteBoth front head lights worn.slight reduction aims

  16. Fail79,356 miles (+4,285)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,356 miles
    Test number
    437514501138
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteBoth front head lights worn.slight reduction aims

  17. Pass75,071 miles (+4,139)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    75,071 miles
    Test number
    954830610154
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

  18. Pass70,932 miles (+8,170)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    70,932 miles
    Test number
    272916809499
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in rear tyre

  19. Pass62,762 miles (+7,528)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2009
    Odometer
    62,762 miles
    Test number
    270819518135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass55,234 miles (+4,917)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2008
    Odometer
    55,234 miles
    Test number
    630438427191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass50,317 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2007
    Odometer
    50,317 miles
    Test number
    640264416175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T18 ACH

Does T18 ACH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T18 ACH expired on 3 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T18 ACH?
The MOT on T18 ACH expired on 3 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T18 ACH done?
T18 ACH was recorded at 120,530 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2023, an average of 4,161 miles a year.
Has T18 ACH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T18 ACH has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on T18 ACH 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 T18 ACH find?
T18 ACH passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2023 with 2 advisories: exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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