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Volkswagen Passat

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T378 LCHMOT history

T378 LCH is a blue diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 15 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 242,617 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Aug 2027
Mileage
242,617 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,460 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T378 LCH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T378 LCH was last recorded at 242,617 miles on 16 Jul 2026, 5,039 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
237,578 miles · 4 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5,039 miles
Average per year
7,460 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 242,617 miles
  • 2025 – 237,578 miles
  • 2024 – 233,272 miles
  • 2023 – 228,526 miles
  • 2022 – 224,807 miles
  • 2021 – 216,137 miles
  • 2020 – 211,761 miles
  • 2019 – 206,980 miles
  • 2018 – 194,316 miles
  • 2017 – 179,715 miles
  • 2016 – 170,718 miles
  • 2015 – 165,024 miles
  • 2014 – 160,105 miles
  • 2013 – 150,602 miles
  • 2012 – 143,763 miles
  • 2011 – 134,134 miles
  • 2010 – 125,715 miles
  • 2009 – 117,641 miles
  • 2008 – 110,707 miles
  • 2007 – 106,698 miles
  • 2006 – 90,514 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass242,617 miles
  • AdvisoryGeneral underbody surface corrosion
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • General corrosion to underside of vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass242,617 miles (+5,039)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    242,617 miles
    Test number
    861179139713
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Pass237,578 miles (+4,306)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    237,578 miles
    Test number
    850124567947
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust outer skin corroded

  3. Pass233,272 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    233,272 miles
    Test number
    121873315942
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail233,272 miles (+4,746)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,272 miles
    Test number
    453802560496
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass228,526 miles (+3,719)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    228,526 miles
    Test number
    791024865291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass224,807 miles (+8,670)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    224,807 miles
    Test number
    740059001181
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass216,137 miles (+4,376)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    216,137 miles
    Test number
    862186828340
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass211,761 miles (+39)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    211,761 miles
    Test number
    638600661912
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail211,722 miles (+4,742)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,722 miles
    Test number
    370331189735
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass206,980 miles (+73)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    206,980 miles
    Test number
    924194045471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail206,907 miles (+12,591)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,907 miles
    Test number
    683330708932
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearsdie front tyre on legal limit

  12. Pass194,316 miles (+14,601)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    194,316 miles
    Test number
    632191988081
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass179,715 miles (+508)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    179,715 miles
    Test number
    179614919076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wearing on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail179,207 miles (+8,489)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,207 miles
    Test number
    660959974643
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking caliper (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySuspect small fuel leak
    • AdvisoryWater leak

  15. Pass170,718 miles (+5,694)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    170,718 miles
    Test number
    924595765705
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear very slight bind

  16. Pass165,024 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    165,024 miles
    Test number
    858883085001
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail165,020 miles (+4,915)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,020 miles
    Test number
    478758575084
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass160,105 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    160,105 miles
    Test number
    145836474435
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteNearside headlamp pattern poor

  19. Fail160,105 miles (+9,503)1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,105 miles
    Test number
    166296074032
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteNearside headlamp pattern poor

  20. Pass150,602 miles (+6,839)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    150,602 miles
    Test number
    745117373079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass143,763 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    143,763 miles
    Test number
    338394572053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail143,763 miles (+9,629)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,763 miles
    Test number
    525718962070
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Pass134,134 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    134,134 miles
    Test number
    507572261032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  24. Fail134,134 miles (+8,419)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,134 miles
    Test number
    407662761050
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  25. Pass125,715 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    125,715 miles
    Test number
    200490960013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail125,707 miles (+8,066)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,707 miles
    Test number
    900230260040
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

  27. Pass117,641 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    117,641 miles
    Test number
    791064569098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail117,633 miles (+6,926)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,633 miles
    Test number
    712284869009
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  29. Pass110,707 miles (+4,009)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    110,707 miles
    Test number
    624986968004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass106,698 miles (+16,184)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    106,698 miles
    Test number
    374459407168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  31. Pass90,514 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    90,514 miles
    Test number
    290945956063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail90,514 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,514 miles
    Test number
    341075556035
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Questions about T378 LCH

Does T378 LCH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T378 LCH is valid until 10 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T378 LCH?
The MOT on T378 LCH is valid until 10 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T378 LCH done?
T378 LCH was recorded at 242,617 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2026, an average of 7,460 miles a year.
Has T378 LCH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T378 LCH has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on T378 LCH 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 T378 LCH find?
T378 LCH passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2026 with 6 advisories: general underbody surface corrosion; nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm; offside front upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 3 more.

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