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Volkswagen Passat

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T530 JCLMOT history

T530 JCL is a green diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 37 MOT tests, with 137,728 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Nov 2026
Mileage
137,728 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2025
MOT tests
37
21 passed · 16 failed
Per year
5,889 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T530 JCL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T530 JCL was last recorded at 137,728 miles on 28 Nov 2025, 4,766 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,962 miles · 5 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,766 miles
Average per year
5,889 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 137,728 miles
  • 2024 – 132,962 miles
  • 2023 – 126,175 miles
  • 2022 – 120,710 miles
  • 2021 – 116,217 miles
  • 2020 – 111,952 miles
  • 2019 – 107,087 miles
  • 2018 – 101,706 miles
  • 2017 – 96,950 miles
  • 2016 – 91,726 miles
  • 2015 – 86,910 miles
  • 2014 – 82,136 miles
  • 2013 – 77,650 miles
  • 2012 – 70,794 miles
  • 2011 – 64,190 miles
  • 2010 – 58,356 miles
  • 2009 – 48,666 miles
  • 2008 – 38,963 miles
  • 2007 – 29,095 miles
  • 2006 – 21,497 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,728 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear axle becoming corroded

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing close to legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Plastic sill covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

37 tests since 4 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,728 miles (+4,766)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    137,728 miles
    Test number
    502022953000
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle becoming corroded

  2. Pass132,962 miles (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    132,962 miles
    Test number
    442872629701
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing close to legal limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail132,952 miles (+6,777)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,952 miles
    Test number
    149904611898
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing close to legal limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass126,175 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    126,175 miles
    Test number
    216731774068
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail126,169 miles (+5,459)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,169 miles
    Test number
    166672976275
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass120,710 miles (+91)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    120,710 miles
    Test number
    567277254915
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted

  7. Fail120,619 miles (+4,402)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,619 miles
    Test number
    968168650443
    • 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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted

  8. Pass116,217 miles (+4,265)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    116,217 miles
    Test number
    281194921328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass111,952 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    111,952 miles
    Test number
    472541729926
    • AdvisorySill covers and engine undertray fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

  10. Fail111,951 miles (+4,864)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,951 miles
    Test number
    994234719996
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisorySill covers and engine undertray fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

  11. Pass107,087 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    107,087 miles
    Test number
    631969617503
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnable to inspect outer sills due to sill covers fitted

  12. Fail107,086 miles (+5,380)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,086 miles
    Test number
    746964793694
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear curved arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnable to inspect outer sills due to sill covers fitted

  13. Pass101,706 miles (+68)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    101,706 miles
    Test number
    580577746935
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Fail101,638 miles (+4,688)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,638 miles
    Test number
    586706948463
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass96,950 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    96,950 miles
    Test number
    177329377392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail96,949 miles (+5,223)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,949 miles
    Test number
    876098088567
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass91,726 miles (+4,816)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    91,726 miles
    Test number
    358513768884
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint front link (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 30% (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both protectors faded (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit very close (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass86,910 miles (+52)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    86,910 miles
    Test number
    999067275143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail86,858 miles (+4,722)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,858 miles
    Test number
    159284375110
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass82,136 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    82,136 miles
    Test number
    819956174198
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail82,136 miles (+4,486)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,136 miles
    Test number
    829076774141
    • Repaired at testNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass77,650 miles (+47)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    77,650 miles
    Test number
    287529973439
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  23. Fail77,603 miles (+1,112)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,603 miles
    Test number
    345486273169
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  24. Pass76,491 miles (+163)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    76,491 miles
    Test number
    967405293063
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Fail76,328 miles (+5,534)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,328 miles
    Test number
    107521583480
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  26. Fail70,794 miles1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,794 miles
    Test number
    565841882025
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)

  27. Pass70,794 miles (+6,604)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    70,794 miles
    Test number
    627931582096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)

  28. Pass64,190 miles (+97)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    64,190 miles
    Test number
    775510891052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail64,093 miles (+5,737)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,093 miles
    Test number
    288813681034
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  30. Pass58,356 miles (+153)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    58,356 miles
    Test number
    704960590077
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteEnginr under tray insecure one corner
    • NoteWindscreen deteriorated bottom corner

  31. Fail58,203 miles (+9,537)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,203 miles
    Test number
    180354180031
    • 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 Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteEnginr under tray insecure one corner
    • NoteWindscreen deteriorated bottom corner

  32. Pass48,666 miles (+9,703)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    48,666 miles
    Test number
    143695589062
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorating

  33. Pass38,963 miles (+118)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    38,963 miles
    Test number
    211660408402
    • NoteFront brakes very thin

  34. Fail38,845 miles (+9,750)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,845 miles
    Test number
    943444098007
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteFront brakes very thin

  35. Pass29,095 miles (+194)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    29,095 miles
    Test number
    660926867080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Fail28,901 miles (+7,404)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,901 miles
    Test number
    274135357087
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteRear number plate poor

  37. Pass21,497 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    21,497 miles
    Test number
    452273666067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T530 JCL

Does T530 JCL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T530 JCL is valid until 27 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T530 JCL?
The MOT on T530 JCL is valid until 27 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T530 JCL done?
T530 JCL was recorded at 137,728 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2025, an average of 5,889 miles a year.
Has T530 JCL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T530 JCL has failed 16 of its 37 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on T530 JCL 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 T530 JCL find?
T530 JCL passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2025 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 2 more.

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