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Volkswagen Passat

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T361 AFJMOT history

T361 AFJ is a silver diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 24 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Mar 2025 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 234,777 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Mar 2025
Mileage
234,777 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2024
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
11,140 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T361 AFJ
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
24 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T361 AFJ was last recorded at 234,777 miles on 19 Mar 2024, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
234,773 miles · 6 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
11,140 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 234,777 miles
  • 2023 – 228,056 miles
  • 2022 – 224,220 miles
  • 2021 – 214,508 miles
  • 2020 – 203,282 miles
  • 2019 – 189,211 miles
  • 2018 – 178,489 miles
  • 2016 – 168,245 miles
  • 2015 – 154,022 miles
  • 2014 – 141,325 miles
  • 2013 – 128,931 miles
  • 2012 – 117,321 miles
  • 2011 – 94,451 miles
  • 2010 – 85,984 miles
  • 2009 – 76,829 miles
  • 2008 – 65,830 miles
  • 2007 – 50,825 miles
  • 2006 – 37,102 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass234,777 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 (6.3.1d)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass234,777 miles (+4)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    234,777 miles
    Test number
    753351837987
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail234,773 miles (+6,717)3 dangerous6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,773 miles
    Test number
    740586003498
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached lower r ear (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (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))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower rear arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass228,056 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    228,056 miles
    Test number
    130744558773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail228,053 miles (+3,833)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,053 miles
    Test number
    936373015403
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both tyres on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine oil/diesel leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  5. Pass224,220 miles (+9,712)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    224,220 miles
    Test number
    585183838607
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated outer cv boot old (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel steering tie rod arm inner joint worn (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass214,508 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    214,508 miles
    Test number
    118800139870
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering rack tie rod arm inner joint worn

  7. Fail214,508 miles (+11,226)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,508 miles
    Test number
    734343655965
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering rack tie rod arm inner joint worn

  8. Pass203,282 miles (+14,071)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    203,282 miles
    Test number
    724165533505
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm 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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass189,211 miles (+10,722)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    189,211 miles
    Test number
    655490544963
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin brake pads worn low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear pads very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin brake pads worn low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear pads very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass178,489 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    178,489 miles
    Test number
    397480329308
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Fail178,488 miles (+10,243)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,488 miles
    Test number
    766485311368
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end loose locking nut (2.2.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass168,245 miles (+14,223)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    168,245 miles
    Test number
    735155868527
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass154,022 miles (+15)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    154,022 miles
    Test number
    522194951101
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  14. Fail154,007 miles (+12,682)10 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,007 miles
    Test number
    424261355569
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint Rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint Rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc outer (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn on edge.
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass141,325 miles (+185)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    141,325 miles
    Test number
    627819874240
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteMist of oil around O/S steering rack.
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteSill trims fitted not allowing full inspection of outer sills.

  16. Fail141,140 miles (+12,209)10 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,140 miles
    Test number
    317583474226
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteMist of oil around O/S steering rack.
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteSill trims fitted not allowing full inspection of outer sills.

  17. Pass128,931 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    128,931 miles
    Test number
    365500383227
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail128,928 miles (+11,607)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,928 miles
    Test number
    466195673230
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass117,321 miles (+32)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    117,321 miles
    Test number
    935221862266
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail117,289 miles (+22,838)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,289 miles
    Test number
    116431652278
    • FailureNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass94,451 miles (+708)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    94,451 miles
    Test number
    355409151409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail93,743 miles (+7,759)1 dangerous9 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,743 miles
    Test number
    606266141226
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear brake disc rustie

  23. Pass85,984 miles (+9,155)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    85,984 miles
    Test number
    862613070267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass76,829 miles (+10,999)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    76,829 miles
    Test number
    331642979408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass65,830 miles (+15,005)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    65,830 miles
    Test number
    880217778222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass50,825 miles (+13,723)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    50,825 miles
    Test number
    880899567206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass37,102 miles (+1,676)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    37,102 miles
    Test number
    354169666220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass35,426 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    35,426 miles
    Test number
    284040236171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T361 AFJ

Does T361 AFJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T361 AFJ expired on 18 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T361 AFJ?
The MOT on T361 AFJ expired on 18 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T361 AFJ done?
T361 AFJ was recorded at 234,777 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2024, an average of 11,140 miles a year.
Has T361 AFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T361 AFJ has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T361 AFJ 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 T361 AFJ find?
T361 AFJ passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2024 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle corroded.

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