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Volkswagen Passat

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T46 FBNMOT history

T46 FBN is a blue diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 19 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Oct 2025 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 183,534 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Oct 2025
Mileage
183,534 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2024
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,565 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T46 FBN
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
19 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T46 FBN was last recorded at 183,534 miles on 23 Oct 2024, 1,799 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,735 miles · 20 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
1,799 miles
Average per year
4,565 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 183,534 miles
  • 2023 – 181,735 miles
  • 2022 – 179,849 miles
  • 2021 – 177,991 miles
  • 2020 – 175,958 miles
  • 2019 – 172,476 miles
  • 2018 – 169,810 miles
  • 2017 – 167,242 miles
  • 2016 – 164,734 miles
  • 2015 – 161,581 miles
  • 2014 – 158,349 miles
  • 2013 – 152,863 miles
  • 2012 – 146,700 miles
  • 2011 – 140,223 miles
  • 2010 – 133,963 miles
  • 2009 – 127,508 miles
  • 2008 – 121,033 miles
  • 2007 – 111,385 miles
  • 2006 – 98,598 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass183,534 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryVarious under body corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2018

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

28 tests since 16 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass183,534 miles (+1,799)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    183,534 miles
    Test number
    429184570244
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious under body corrosion

  2. Pass181,735 miles (+1,886)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    181,735 miles
    Test number
    408940148222
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective hanger has corroded, and broken off (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVarious under body corrosion

  3. Pass179,849 miles (+1,858)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    179,849 miles
    Test number
    348846440915
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts wearing low on inners (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust hanger corroded and broken off
    • AdvisoryVarious under body corrosion, recommend under sealing

  4. Pass177,991 miles (+2,033)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    177,991 miles
    Test number
    285250670164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass175,958 miles (+3,482)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    175,958 miles
    Test number
    810421571995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass172,476 miles (+2,666)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    172,476 miles
    Test number
    777099427859
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective rear silencer hanger corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside front and rear wheel arches slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear nearside and offside rear bump stop worn
    • AdvisoryCentre brake light defective but still working
    • AdvisoryHeatshield insecure above exhaust centre box

  7. Pass169,810 miles (+2,568)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    169,810 miles
    Test number
    994080368850
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front and rear wheel arches showing early stages of corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear nearside and offside bump stop worn

  8. Pass167,242 miles (+2,508)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    167,242 miles
    Test number
    232276439527
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear bump stops deteriorated

  9. Pass164,734 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    164,734 miles
    Test number
    782283356565
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bump stop damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bump stop damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Axle bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Fail164,731 miles (+3,150)7 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,731 miles
    Test number
    463361555590
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced 54% (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bump stop damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bump stop damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Axle bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass161,581 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    161,581 miles
    Test number
    489453315145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  12. Fail161,581 miles (+3,232)5 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,581 miles
    Test number
    287226705157
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  13. Pass158,349 miles (+83)8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    158,349 miles
    Test number
    117580484060
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside rear bump stop damaged

  14. Fail158,266 miles (+5,403)4 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,266 miles
    Test number
    725917374041
    • FailureFront front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (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 Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside rear bump stop damaged

  15. Fail152,863 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,863 miles
    Test number
    557158173037
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass152,863 miles (+6,163)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    152,863 miles
    Test number
    865988373041
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail146,700 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,700 miles
    Test number
    686283882034
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass146,700 miles (+6,477)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    146,700 miles
    Test number
    997003382065
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass140,223 miles (+6,260)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    140,223 miles
    Test number
    907950681089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass133,963 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    133,963 miles
    Test number
    673222180070
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s wiper blade starting to split

  21. Fail133,963 miles (+6,455)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,963 miles
    Test number
    702362580098
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s wiper blade starting to split

  22. Pass127,508 miles (+6,475)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    127,508 miles
    Test number
    163389399423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail121,033 miles3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,033 miles
    Test number
    251649608100
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass121,033 miles (+9,648)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    121,033 miles
    Test number
    444499108171
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Fail111,385 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,385 miles
    Test number
    194273197450
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass111,385 miles (+12,787)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    111,385 miles
    Test number
    721043297083
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass98,598 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    98,598 miles
    Test number
    111425076492
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  28. Fail98,598 miles3 repaired6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,598 miles
    Test number
    172675176057
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about T46 FBN

Does T46 FBN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T46 FBN expired on 24 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T46 FBN?
The MOT on T46 FBN expired on 24 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T46 FBN done?
T46 FBN was recorded at 183,534 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2024, an average of 4,565 miles a year.
Has T46 FBN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T46 FBN has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2016.
Has the mileage on T46 FBN 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 T46 FBN find?
T46 FBN passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2024 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts; offside rear wheel bearing has slight play, and 1 more.

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