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Volkswagen Passat

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

T21 RYLMOT history

T21 RYL is a silver diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 19 Nov 2012. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 125,645 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 May 2027
Mileage
125,645 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,963 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T21 RYL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
19 Nov 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T21 RYL was last recorded at 125,645 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 6,383 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,262 miles · 8 May 2025
Between the last two tests
6,383 miles
Average per year
8,963 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,645 miles
  • 2025 – 119,262 miles
  • 2024 – 110,826 miles
  • 2023 – 102,972 miles
  • 2022 – 93,438 miles
  • 2021 – 83,858 miles
  • 2020 – 77,783 miles
  • 2019 – 74,447 miles
  • 2018 – 63,589 miles
  • 2017 – 56,221 miles
  • 2016 – 47,693 miles
  • 2015 – 31,707 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,645 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm 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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on the limit of wear.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

17 tests since 4 Nov 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,645 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    125,645 miles
    Test number
    832914133398
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail125,644 miles (+6,382)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,644 miles
    Test number
    665968267968
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass119,262 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2026
    Odometer
    119,262 miles
    Test number
    691143321392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail119,239 miles (+8,413)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,239 miles
    Test number
    800056217005
    • MajorNearside Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

  5. Pass110,826 miles (+7,854)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2025
    Odometer
    110,826 miles
    Test number
    479287226579
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass102,972 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2024
    Odometer
    102,972 miles
    Test number
    422871516918
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail102,970 miles (+9,532)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,970 miles
    Test number
    409380855413
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass93,438 miles (+9,580)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    93,438 miles
    Test number
    430849062859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass83,858 miles (+6,075)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2022
    Odometer
    83,858 miles
    Test number
    971605149758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass77,783 miles (+3,336)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    77,783 miles
    Test number
    982280177572
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass74,447 miles (+10,858)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    74,447 miles
    Test number
    638023132518
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass63,589 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    63,589 miles
    Test number
    642680122506
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on the limit of wear. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail63,588 miles (+7,367)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,588 miles
    Test number
    286342734445
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on the limit of wear. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass56,221 miles (+8,528)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    56,221 miles
    Test number
    215855275390
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted to o/s/r n/s/r

  15. Pass47,693 miles (+15,986)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    47,693 miles
    Test number
    937171580593
    • AdvisoryAll tyres wearing on edges

  16. Pass31,707 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    31,707 miles
    Test number
    485723156557
    • AdvisoryRear tyres feathering

  17. Fail31,707 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,707 miles
    Test number
    309464019750
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres feathering

Questions about T21 RYL

Does T21 RYL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T21 RYL is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T21 RYL?
The MOT on T21 RYL is valid until 11 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T21 RYL done?
T21 RYL was recorded at 125,645 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 8,963 miles a year.
Has T21 RYL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T21 RYL has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T21 RYL 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 T21 RYL find?
T21 RYL passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside rear coil spring corroded; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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