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Volkswagen Passat

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,900 cc

T520 GKNMOT history

T520 GKN is a green petrol Volkswagen Passat first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 May 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 217,522 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 8 May 2026
Mileage
217,522 mi
At MOT on 9 May 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,212 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T520 GKN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 May 2026
Latest MOT test
9 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T520 GKN was last recorded at 217,522 miles on 9 May 2025, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
217,517 miles · 30 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
8,212 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 217,522 miles
  • 2024 – 211,132 miles
  • 2022 – 203,839 miles
  • 2021 – 195,879 miles
  • 2020 – 189,287 miles
  • 2019 – 181,918 miles
  • 2018 – 171,416 miles
  • 2017 – 162,752 miles
  • 2016 – 152,336 miles
  • 2015 – 142,442 miles
  • 2014 – 133,559 miles
  • 2013 – 128,074 miles
  • 2012 – 125,985 miles
  • 2011 – 116,544 miles
  • 2010 – 107,315 miles
  • 2009 – 94,131 miles
  • 2008 – 82,979 miles
  • 2007 – 72,554 miles
  • 2006 – 61,667 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass217,522 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear subframe corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 17 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass217,522 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2026
    Odometer
    217,522 miles
    Test number
    868302669642
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  2. Fail217,517 miles (+6,385)13 major2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,517 miles
    Test number
    538231603801
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim unable to be tested product on lens - no beam pattern (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour discolored showing white light (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced no beam pattern (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour discolored showing white light (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced no beam pattern (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen in an unacceptable condition crack in windscreen bigger than 10mm and within zone (A) swept area (3.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords marked in yellow (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple cuts - marked in yellow (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  3. Pass211,132 miles (+7,293)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    211,132 miles
    Test number
    160674893578
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass203,839 miles (+7,960)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    203,839 miles
    Test number
    810713343143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass195,879 miles (+6,592)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    195,879 miles
    Test number
    913662900257
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass189,287 miles (+39)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2021
    Odometer
    189,287 miles
    Test number
    519819701766
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlights poor

  7. Fail189,248 miles (+7,330)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,248 miles
    Test number
    203564402493
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (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))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlights poor

  8. Pass181,918 miles (+1)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    181,918 miles
    Test number
    842640778103
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f side light wire faulty

  9. Fail181,917 miles (+10,501)1 dangerous8 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,917 miles
    Test number
    554138716738
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% 51% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass171,416 miles (+10)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2019
    Odometer
    171,416 miles
    Test number
    856056496362
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded / o/s/f tyre split / headlights poor

  11. Fail171,406 miles (+8,654)9 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,406 miles
    Test number
    392951532795
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded / o/s/f tyre split / headlights poor

  12. Pass162,752 miles (+10,416)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    162,752 miles
    Test number
    494441935001
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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)
    • AdvisoryHeadlights poor / exhaust corroded

  13. Pass152,336 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    152,336 miles
    Test number
    171697007145
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust blow from flexi
    • AdvisoryHeadlight patterns poor
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail152,336 miles (+9,894)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,336 miles
    Test number
    617036576126
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust blow from flexi
    • AdvisoryHeadlight patterns poor
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass142,442 miles (+8,883)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    142,442 miles
    Test number
    256063435406
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/r number plate light in-op

  16. Pass133,559 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    133,559 miles
    Test number
    955040444151
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside rear shock absorber dust cover loose
    • NoteWindscreen damaged outside wiper sweep

  17. Fail133,559 miles (+5,485)6 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,559 miles
    Test number
    256790844171
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSuspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside rear shock absorber dust cover loose
    • NoteWindscreen damaged outside wiper sweep

  18. Pass128,074 miles3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    128,074 miles
    Test number
    238990303144
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside number plate light dim

  19. Fail128,074 miles (+2,089)1 repaired3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,074 miles
    Test number
    377770103180
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside number plate light dim

  20. Pass125,985 miles (+9,441)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    125,985 miles
    Test number
    575837432138
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass116,544 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    116,544 miles
    Test number
    668802631189
    • NoteBoth front tyres nearing manufactures limit

  22. Fail116,544 miles (+9,229)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,544 miles
    Test number
    468941331111
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteBoth front tyres nearing manufactures limit

  23. Pass107,315 miles (+13,184)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2011
    Odometer
    107,315 miles
    Test number
    790813530112
    • NoteFront discs wearing...
    • NoteFront no plate cracked..
    • NoteFront pads wearing low..
    • NoteFront tyres wearing low..

  24. Pass94,131 miles (+16)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2010
    Odometer
    94,131 miles
    Test number
    491956329187
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteRear number plate faded

  25. Fail94,115 miles (+11,136)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,115 miles
    Test number
    552765829144
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteRear number plate faded

  26. Pass82,979 miles (+10,425)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2009
    Odometer
    82,979 miles
    Test number
    264604038119
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteADVISE FRONT AND REAR NUMBER PLATES.

  27. Pass72,554 miles (+10,887)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2008
    Odometer
    72,554 miles
    Test number
    272889527127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass61,667 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2007
    Odometer
    61,667 miles
    Test number
    290387336423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail61,667 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,667 miles
    Test number
    711757236171
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Questions about T520 GKN

Does T520 GKN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T520 GKN expired on 8 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T520 GKN?
The MOT on T520 GKN expired on 8 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T520 GKN done?
T520 GKN was recorded at 217,522 miles at its MOT on 9 May 2025, an average of 8,212 miles a year.
Has T520 GKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T520 GKN has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T520 GKN 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 T520 GKN find?
T520 GKN passed its latest MOT on 9 May 2025 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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