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Volkswagen Passat

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T541 PKRMOT history

T541 PKR is a green petrol Volkswagen Passat first used on 27 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 Oct 2024 and it has passed 18 of 34 MOT tests, with 198,469 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Oct 2024
Mileage
198,469 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2023
MOT tests
34
18 passed · 16 failed
Per year
5,237 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T541 PKR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T541 PKR was last recorded at 198,469 miles on 7 Oct 2023, 37 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
198,432 miles · 2 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
37 miles
Average per year
5,237 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 198,469 miles
  • 2022 – 192,954 miles
  • 2021 – 186,249 miles
  • 2020 – 172,476 miles
  • 2019 – 162,566 miles
  • 2018 – 157,937 miles
  • 2017 – 153,799 miles
  • 2016 – 150,525 miles
  • 2015 – 147,450 miles
  • 2014 – 144,506 miles
  • 2013 – 140,799 miles
  • 2012 – 134,664 miles
  • 2011 – 130,374 miles
  • 2010 – 125,841 miles
  • 2009 – 122,021 miles
  • 2008 – 118,872 miles
  • 2007 – 114,304 miles
  • 2006 – 109,222 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,469 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY CLOSE (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY CLOSE (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

34 tests since 22 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass198,469 miles (+37)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    198,469 miles
    Test number
    967965974572
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY CLOSE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY CLOSE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail198,432 miles (+5,478)1 dangerous4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,432 miles
    Test number
    502885730583
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment Locking nut loose and threads damaged (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end slightly misaligned Locking nut loose (2.1.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass192,954 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    192,954 miles
    Test number
    984825778916
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And perished and cracked. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And perished and cracked. (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail192,953 miles (+6,704)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,953 miles
    Test number
    927864435822
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Front joint. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And perished and cracked. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And perished and cracked. (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass186,249 miles (+206)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    186,249 miles
    Test number
    534896817544
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail186,043 miles (+13,567)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,043 miles
    Test number
    827608356940
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass172,476 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    172,476 miles
    Test number
    679015780285
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres sightly worn

  8. Fail172,476 miles (+9,910)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,476 miles
    Test number
    707417685818
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres sightly worn

  9. Pass162,566 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    162,566 miles
    Test number
    193508995481
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail162,556 miles (+4,619)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,556 miles
    Test number
    784221981660
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass157,937 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    157,937 miles
    Test number
    527316007708

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail157,937 miles (+4,138)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,937 miles
    Test number
    431632917396
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  13. Pass153,799 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    153,799 miles
    Test number
    182503998951

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail153,798 miles (+3,273)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,798 miles
    Test number
    247513697716
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  15. Pass150,525 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    150,525 miles
    Test number
    976456656721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail150,512 miles (+3,062)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,512 miles
    Test number
    771054905455
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass147,450 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    147,450 miles
    Test number
    140862939767
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  18. Fail147,450 miles (+2,944)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,450 miles
    Test number
    750541754703
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass144,506 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    144,506 miles
    Test number
    146022264216
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  20. Fail144,506 miles (+3,707)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,506 miles
    Test number
    506052464286
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  21. Pass140,799 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    140,799 miles
    Test number
    627593073211
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail140,799 miles (+6,135)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,799 miles
    Test number
    146043473248
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass134,664 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    134,664 miles
    Test number
    476664562282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail134,634 miles (+4,260)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,634 miles
    Test number
    589879152260
    • DangerousNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  25. Pass130,374 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    130,374 miles
    Test number
    557960981284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail130,374 miles (+4,533)1 dangerous8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,374 miles
    Test number
    199339371225
    • DangerousNearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  27. Pass125,841 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    125,841 miles
    Test number
    304086950210
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  28. Fail125,841 miles (+3,820)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,841 miles
    Test number
    684796050201
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  29. Pass122,021 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    122,021 miles
    Test number
    302641289487
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  30. Fail122,021 miles (+3,149)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,021 miles
    Test number
    543908379277
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  31. Pass118,872 miles (+4,568)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    118,872 miles
    Test number
    671260788256
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  32. Pass114,304 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    114,304 miles
    Test number
    961314387219
    • 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)

  33. Fail114,304 miles (+5,082)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,304 miles
    Test number
    311404187270
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • 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)

  34. Pass109,222 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    109,222 miles
    Test number
    392185066288
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about T541 PKR

Does T541 PKR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T541 PKR expired on 20 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T541 PKR?
The MOT on T541 PKR expired on 20 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T541 PKR done?
T541 PKR was recorded at 198,469 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2023, an average of 5,237 miles a year.
Has T541 PKR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T541 PKR has failed 16 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on T541 PKR 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 T541 PKR find?
T541 PKR passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2023 with 7 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close; nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play forward, and 4 more.

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