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Volkswagen Passat

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T257 ROFMOT history

T257 ROF is a silver petrol Volkswagen Passat first used on 22 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 31 Jan 2022 and it has passed 16 of 32 MOT tests, with 146,987 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Jan 2022
Mileage
146,987 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2022
MOT tests
32
16 passed · 16 failed
Per year
5,696 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T257 ROF
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
22 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jan 2022
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T257 ROF was last recorded at 146,987 miles on 14 Jan 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jan 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Jan 2012: 78,402 miles, lower than 87,975 miles on 13 Jan 2011.

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
146,987 miles · 12 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,696 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 146,987 miles
  • 2021 – 141,697 miles
  • 2020 – 135,493 miles
  • 2019 – 129,882 miles
  • 2018 – 124,818 miles
  • 2017 – 119,706 miles
  • 2016 – 114,118 miles
  • 2015 – 108,274 miles
  • 2014 – 102,224 miles
  • 2013 – 96,697 miles
  • 2012 – 78,402 miles
  • 2011 – 87,975 miles
  • 2010 – 82,634 miles
  • 2009 – 77,457 miles
  • 2008 – 70,975 miles
  • 2007 – 63,070 miles
  • 2006 – 55,786 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail146,987 miles
  • MajorEmissions oxygen sensor obviously defective (8.2.1.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2013–2018

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim too low

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front brake hose perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

32 tests since 9 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail146,987 miles3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,987 miles
    Test number
    786508874382
    • MajorEmissions oxygen sensor obviously defective (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside 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 Inner 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail146,987 miles (+5,290)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,987 miles
    Test number
    991314677485
    • MajorEmissions oxygen sensor obviously defective (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside 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 Inner 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass141,697 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    141,697 miles
    Test number
    374332149408
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail141,697 miles (+6,204)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,697 miles
    Test number
    756076356281
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass135,493 miles (+128)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    135,493 miles
    Test number
    616776098491
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail135,365 miles (+5,483)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,365 miles
    Test number
    533482433364
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front one (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass129,882 miles (+59)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    129,882 miles
    Test number
    487100333155
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake hose perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake hose perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront under tray missing

  8. Fail129,823 miles (+5,005)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,823 miles
    Test number
    486389919687
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Seat belt not functioning as intended middle (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake hose perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake hose perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront under tray missing

  9. Pass124,818 miles (+23)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    124,818 miles
    Test number
    366278775434
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap/sealing device of a temporary type, but currently does fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Fail124,795 miles (+5,089)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,795 miles
    Test number
    894410532820
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint upper frontmost (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap/sealing device of a temporary type, but currently does fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass119,706 miles (+65)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    119,706 miles
    Test number
    839895885409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail119,641 miles (+5,523)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,641 miles
    Test number
    335190569050
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from caliper (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass114,118 miles (+78)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    114,118 miles
    Test number
    510645625350
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn to 2mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc corroded and worn
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaking on to starter motor
    • AdvisoryRear metal brake pipes corroding

  14. Fail114,040 miles (+5,766)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,040 miles
    Test number
    249691883361
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement outer (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn to 2mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc corroded and worn
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaking on to starter motor
    • AdvisoryRear metal brake pipes corroding

  15. Pass108,274 miles (+32)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    108,274 miles
    Test number
    848353025022
    • NoteNearside rear brake needs adjustment
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit
    • NoteRear metal brake pipes corroding under protective paint [ across axle ]

  16. Fail108,242 miles (+6,018)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,242 miles
    Test number
    799951725091
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • NoteNearside rear brake needs adjustment
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit
    • NoteRear metal brake pipes corroding under protective paint [ across axle ]

  17. Pass102,224 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    102,224 miles
    Test number
    437863504084
    • NoteNearside and offside headlamp lenses faded
    • NoteNearside front anti rollbar bushes deteriorating

  18. Fail102,224 miles (+5,527)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,224 miles
    Test number
    499313704046
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteNearside and offside headlamp lenses faded
    • NoteNearside front anti rollbar bushes deteriorating

  19. Pass96,697 miles (+41)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    96,697 miles
    Test number
    955424713048
    • NoteNearside front outer rollbar link bush deteriorating

  20. Fail96,656 miles (+18,254)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,656 miles
    Test number
    668929903015
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteNearside front outer rollbar link bush deteriorating

  21. Fail78,402 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,402 miles
    Test number
    199995302470
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  22. Pass78,402 miles (-9,573)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    78,402 miles
    Test number
    909765102087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass87,975 miles (+5,341)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    87,975 miles
    Test number
    207063311065
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail82,634 miles4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,634 miles
    Test number
    562972230046
    • Repaired at testDirection indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  25. Pass82,634 miles (+5,177)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    82,634 miles
    Test number
    664582430086
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  26. Pass77,457 miles (+124)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    77,457 miles
    Test number
    111169409471
    • 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)

  27. Fail77,333 miles (+6,358)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,333 miles
    Test number
    282703909004
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • 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)

  28. Pass70,975 miles (+7,905)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    70,975 miles
    Test number
    840375208049
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass63,070 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    63,070 miles
    Test number
    900613807020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail63,070 miles (+7,284)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,070 miles
    Test number
    601002007044
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  31. Pass55,786 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    55,786 miles
    Test number
    203190416053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. FailMileage not read3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    180959906463
    • FailureDirection indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Questions about T257 ROF

Does T257 ROF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T257 ROF expired on 31 Jan 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T257 ROF?
The MOT on T257 ROF expired on 31 Jan 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T257 ROF done?
T257 ROF was recorded at 146,987 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2022, an average of 5,696 miles a year.
Has T257 ROF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T257 ROF has failed 16 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on T257 ROF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Jan 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T257 ROF find?
T257 ROF failed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2022 with 3 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: emissions oxygen sensor obviously defective; nearside headlamp aim too low; nearside rear shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak, and 5 more.

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