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Volkswagen Passat

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

T50 GBCMOT history

T50 GBC is a silver diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 30 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 162,531 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jan 2027
Mileage
162,531 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,334 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T50 GBC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T50 GBC was last recorded at 162,531 miles on 6 Jan 2026, 53 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,478 miles · 19 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
53 miles
Average per year
8,334 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,531 miles
  • 2025 – 162,478 miles
  • 2024 – 147,969 miles
  • 2023 – 140,374 miles
  • 2022 – 133,109 miles
  • 2020 – 126,039 miles
  • 2018 – 100,307 miles
  • 2017 – 96,451 miles
  • 2016 – 92,268 miles
  • 2015 – 83,567 miles
  • 2014 – 57,503 miles
  • 2013 – 49,716 miles
  • 2012 – 44,935 miles
  • 2011 – 40,532 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,531 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front wing slight corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Engine covers & under trays fitted obscuring view of some components

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear brake binding slightly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 18 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,531 miles (+53)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    162,531 miles
    Test number
    861786418670
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail162,478 miles (+8,258)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,478 miles
    Test number
    372780004005
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass154,220 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    154,220 miles
    Test number
    693375969061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail154,205 miles (+6,236)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,205 miles
    Test number
    188609495774
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass147,969 miles (+13)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    147,969 miles
    Test number
    439512973735
    • MinorNearside Front Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted obscuring view of some components

  6. Fail147,956 miles (+7,582)1 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,956 miles
    Test number
    747731942341
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted obscuring view of some components

  7. Pass140,374 miles (+7,265)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    140,374 miles
    Test number
    120936871249
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted obscuring view of some components

  8. Pass133,109 miles (+7,070)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    133,109 miles
    Test number
    268689732245
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted obscuring view of some components

  9. Pass126,039 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    126,039 miles
    Test number
    827254312510
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake binding slightly

  10. Fail126,035 miles (+10,091)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,035 miles
    Test number
    872479227299
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake binding slightly

  11. Pass115,944 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    115,944 miles
    Test number
    584549574359
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail115,944 miles (+15,637)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,944 miles
    Test number
    889416500403
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass100,307 miles (+3,856)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    100,307 miles
    Test number
    151826178988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass96,451 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    96,451 miles
    Test number
    208924827590
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail96,450 miles (+4,182)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,450 miles
    Test number
    520028469884
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass92,268 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    92,268 miles
    Test number
    685347373877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail92,268 miles (+6,027)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,268 miles
    Test number
    915280087305
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass86,241 miles (+2,674)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    86,241 miles
    Test number
    764305732580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass83,567 miles (+26,064)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    83,567 miles
    Test number
    267831649099
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront play in steering rack ends
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arm rear bushes splitting slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre tread starting to get low in center
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn more on inner edge and going stepped
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre tread starting to get low in center
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn more on inner edge and going stepped
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some components

  20. Pass57,503 miles (+3,023)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    57,503 miles
    Test number
    728425234342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass54,480 miles (+4,764)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2015
    Odometer
    54,480 miles
    Test number
    178055314114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass49,716 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2014
    Odometer
    49,716 miles
    Test number
    688326613186
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNo emissions print out,not enough smoke emitted to obtain a reading.
    • NoteVery slight knock on steering,no play or free play found in any visible components.

  23. Fail49,716 miles (+4,781)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,716 miles
    Test number
    788566113113
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNo emissions print out,not enough smoke emitted to obtain a reading.
    • NoteVery slight knock on steering,no play or free play found in any visible components.

  24. Pass44,935 miles (+4,403)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2013
    Odometer
    44,935 miles
    Test number
    546018012180
    • NoteAdvise unable to see front inner pads.
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  25. Pass40,532 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2012
    Odometer
    40,532 miles
    Test number
    669398331132
    • NoteNot checked various parts of underside due to covers fitted.

Questions about T50 GBC

Does T50 GBC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T50 GBC is valid until 8 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T50 GBC?
The MOT on T50 GBC is valid until 8 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T50 GBC done?
T50 GBC was recorded at 162,531 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2026, an average of 8,334 miles a year.
Has T50 GBC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T50 GBC has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T50 GBC 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 T50 GBC find?
T50 GBC passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp deteriorated; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm, and 2 more.

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