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Volkswagen Passat

Black · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T46 PBLMOT history

T46 PBL is a black diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 16 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 30 MOT tests, with 222,372 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Dec 2022
Mileage
222,372 mi
At MOT on 6 Dec 2021
MOT tests
30
16 passed · 14 failed
Per year
7,629 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T46 PBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
6 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T46 PBL was last recorded at 222,372 miles on 6 Dec 2021, 3,917 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
218,455 miles · 17 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
3,917 miles
Average per year
7,629 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 222,372 miles
  • 2020 – 218,455 miles
  • 2019 – 216,396 miles
  • 2018 – 207,526 miles
  • 2017 – 201,473 miles
  • 2016 – 192,723 miles
  • 2015 – 184,568 miles
  • 2014 – 167,562 miles
  • 2013 – 150,643 miles
  • 2012 – 143,525 miles
  • 2011 – 136,981 miles
  • 2010 – 130,961 miles
  • 2009 – 126,032 miles
  • 2008 – 118,819 miles
  • 2007 – 113,033 miles
  • 2006 – 104,110 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass222,372 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 6 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass222,372 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    222,372 miles
    Test number
    174734682446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail222,368 miles (+3,913)2 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,368 miles
    Test number
    485014123716
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass218,455 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    218,455 miles
    Test number
    449126990031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail218,449 miles (+2,053)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,449 miles
    Test number
    905315247855
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass216,396 miles (+8,870)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    216,396 miles
    Test number
    496972040223
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass207,526 miles (+6,053)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    207,526 miles
    Test number
    155583425303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass201,473 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    201,473 miles
    Test number
    646028500715
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryUndertray insecure

  8. Fail201,473 miles (+8,750)1 dangerous1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,473 miles
    Test number
    210956059012
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryUndertray insecure

  9. Pass192,723 miles (+8,155)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    192,723 miles
    Test number
    622354442491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass184,568 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    184,568 miles
    Test number
    410237987287
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Fail184,564 miles (+150)13 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,564 miles
    Test number
    727899317669
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail184,414 miles (+16,852)12 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,414 miles
    Test number
    761574474144
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect Due to broken headlight (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded On axel (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc Outer (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect Due to broken headlight (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar 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 Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded On axel (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryEngine Oil Leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Near ferral (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

  13. Pass167,562 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    167,562 miles
    Test number
    868447694293
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear axle corroded

  14. Fail167,562 miles (+1,579)6 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,562 miles
    Test number
    476929584226
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear axle corroded

  15. Fail165,983 miles (+15,340)7 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,983 miles
    Test number
    179492544199
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower 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)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass150,643 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2014
    Odometer
    150,643 miles
    Test number
    926570143100
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear axle beam corroded

  17. Fail150,643 miles (+7,118)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,643 miles
    Test number
    655177733163
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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 Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear axle beam corroded

  18. Pass143,525 miles (+10)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    143,525 miles
    Test number
    729464892193
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrake backplates corroded

  19. Fail143,515 miles (+6,534)4 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,515 miles
    Test number
    436807182180
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrake backplates corroded

  20. Pass136,981 miles (+35)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    136,981 miles
    Test number
    829203501279
    • 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)

  21. Fail136,946 miles (+5,985)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,946 miles
    Test number
    847549291139
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)
    • NoteAll discs slight pitting

  22. Pass130,961 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    130,961 miles
    Test number
    291864090120
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Fail130,961 miles (+4,929)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,961 miles
    Test number
    482704890181
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Pass126,032 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    126,032 miles
    Test number
    210505909245
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Fail126,032 miles (+7,213)1 dangerous9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,032 miles
    Test number
    271181009201
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)
    • 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 Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureRear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  26. Pass118,819 miles (+128)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    118,819 miles
    Test number
    823954308255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail118,691 miles (+5,658)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,691 miles
    Test number
    231509598176
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  28. Pass113,033 miles (+8,923)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    113,033 miles
    Test number
    242847997110
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  29. Pass104,110 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    104,110 miles
    Test number
    640440866101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail104,107 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,107 miles
    Test number
    392917356173
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about T46 PBL

Does T46 PBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T46 PBL expired on 21 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T46 PBL?
The MOT on T46 PBL expired on 21 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T46 PBL done?
T46 PBL was recorded at 222,372 miles at its MOT on 6 Dec 2021, an average of 7,629 miles a year.
Has T46 PBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T46 PBL has failed 14 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on T46 PBL 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 PBL find?
T46 PBL passed its latest MOT on 6 Dec 2021 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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