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Volkswagen Passat

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T213 UCGMOT history

T213 UCG is a silver diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 12 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Nov 2022 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 271,033 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Nov 2022
Mileage
271,033 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2021
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,303 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T213 UCG
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
12 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T213 UCG was last recorded at 271,033 miles on 18 Nov 2021, 5,177 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Feb 2009: 114,714 miles, lower than 183,341 miles on 4 Mar 2008.
  • 29 Jun 2018: 250,705 miles, lower than 520,521 miles on 22 Jun 2018.

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
265,856 miles · 19 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
5,177 miles
Average per year
7,303 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 271,033 miles
  • 2020 – 265,856 miles
  • 2019 – 258,089 miles
  • 2018 – 250,705 miles
  • 2017 – 235,347 miles
  • 2016 – 215,248 miles
  • 2015 – 206,257 miles
  • 2014 – 193,887 miles
  • 2013 – 176,524 miles
  • 2012 – 162,085 miles
  • 2011 – 146,890 miles
  • 2010 – 129,764 miles
  • 2009 – 114,714 miles
  • 2008 – 183,341 miles
  • 2007 – 174,390 miles
  • 2006 – 155,778 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass271,033 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 6 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass271,033 miles (+5,177)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    271,033 miles
    Test number
    866420508771
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass265,856 miles (+7,767)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    265,856 miles
    Test number
    445483000554
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass258,089 miles (+615)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    258,089 miles
    Test number
    683268104101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  4. Fail257,474 miles (+6,769)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    257,474 miles
    Test number
    531185515150
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  5. Pass250,705 miles (-269,816)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    250,705 miles
    Test number
    336647266449
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail520,521 miles (+285,174)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    520,521 miles
    Test number
    155292059817
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass235,347 miles (+380)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    235,347 miles
    Test number
    653616522891
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

  8. Fail234,967 miles (+19,719)13 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,967 miles
    Test number
    100618780081
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • 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 suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint front (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

  9. Pass215,248 miles (+271)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    215,248 miles
    Test number
    811781479378
    • 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 Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  10. Fail214,977 miles (+8,720)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,977 miles
    Test number
    680828457440
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously obscured affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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 Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  11. Pass206,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2016
    Odometer
    206,257 miles
    Test number
    468988635160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail206,257 miles (+12,370)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,257 miles
    Test number
    445565435102
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  13. Pass193,887 miles (+32)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2015
    Odometer
    193,887 miles
    Test number
    449740844167
    • 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)

  14. Fail193,855 miles (+17,331)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,855 miles
    Test number
    568999534189
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)

  15. Fail176,524 miles3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,524 miles
    Test number
    216544243171
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass176,524 miles (+14,439)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    176,524 miles
    Test number
    838184043139
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass162,085 miles (+40)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    162,085 miles
    Test number
    345343702160
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail162,045 miles (+15,155)9 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,045 miles
    Test number
    469046892008
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureFront Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureFront Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear An item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass146,890 miles (+17,126)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    146,890 miles
    Test number
    797611901142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  20. Pass129,764 miles (+15,050)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    129,764 miles
    Test number
    770536590086
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  21. Pass114,714 miles (-68,627)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    114,714 miles
    Test number
    151188659037
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass183,341 miles (+8,951)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    183,341 miles
    Test number
    511494868013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass174,390 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    174,390 miles
    Test number
    180745367443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail174,390 miles (+18,612)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,390 miles
    Test number
    970030767036
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass155,778 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    155,778 miles
    Test number
    134138836461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail155,778 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,778 miles
    Test number
    620167736075
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Questions about T213 UCG

Does T213 UCG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T213 UCG expired on 18 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T213 UCG?
The MOT on T213 UCG expired on 18 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T213 UCG done?
T213 UCG was recorded at 271,033 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2021, an average of 7,303 miles a year.
Has T213 UCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T213 UCG has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2019.
Has the mileage on T213 UCG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 27 Feb 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T213 UCG find?
T213 UCG passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2021 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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