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Volkswagen Passat

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T729 DGTMOT history

T729 DGT is a green diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 25 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Mar 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 137,973 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Mar 2026
Mileage
137,973 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,383 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T729 DGT
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
25 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T729 DGT was last recorded at 137,973 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 71 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,902 miles · 27 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
71 miles
Average per year
5,383 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,973 miles
  • 2025 – 129,266 miles
  • 2024 – 125,757 miles
  • 2023 – 120,564 miles
  • 2022 – 117,102 miles
  • 2021 – 113,937 miles
  • 2020 – 111,294 miles
  • 2019 – 110,110 miles
  • 2018 – 101,559 miles
  • 2017 – 90,641 miles
  • 2016 – 78,896 miles
  • 2015 – 66,610 miles
  • 2014 – 54,417 miles
  • 2013 – 45,777 miles
  • 2012 – 41,331 miles
  • 2011 – 38,667 miles
  • 2010 – 37,503 miles
  • 2009 – 36,646 miles
  • 2008 – 35,569 miles
  • 2007 – 33,570 miles
  • 2006 – 30,295 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail137,973 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front (5.3.4 (b) (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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryAxle corroded rearRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT failures 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 23 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail137,973 miles (+71)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,973 miles
    Test number
    900434243586
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front (5.3.4 (b) (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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAxle corroded rear

  2. Fail137,902 miles (+8,636)3 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,902 miles
    Test number
    416675844263
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Upper control arm (forward) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Rear mounted suspension arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Inner suspension arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both Suspension arms have slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear Axel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass129,266 miles (+3,509)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    129,266 miles
    Test number
    446009099704
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAxle corroded rear

  4. Pass125,757 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    125,757 miles
    Test number
    763805116988
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  5. Fail125,755 miles (+5,191)1 dangerous2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,755 miles
    Test number
    299437622121
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • 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 axle corroded

  6. Pass120,564 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    120,564 miles
    Test number
    356904210819
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  7. Fail120,563 miles (+3,461)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,563 miles
    Test number
    425659354957
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  8. Pass117,102 miles (+3,165)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    117,102 miles
    Test number
    112646246765
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear rear axle corroded

  9. Pass113,937 miles (+2,643)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    113,937 miles
    Test number
    710232005093
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass111,294 miles (+1,184)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    111,294 miles
    Test number
    902271359204
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm, inner bush cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass110,110 miles (+8,551)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    110,110 miles
    Test number
    356874695661
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both hoses cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySill covers and under trays fitted

  12. Pass101,559 miles (+10,918)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    101,559 miles
    Test number
    917139923318
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both arms (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both arms (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)

  13. Pass90,641 miles (+11,745)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    90,641 miles
    Test number
    825592928866
    • AdvisoryRear tyres 3mm and perished

  14. Pass78,896 miles (+12,286)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    78,896 miles
    Test number
    827540556268
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some compoments.

  15. Pass66,610 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    66,610 miles
    Test number
    537619375086
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail66,607 miles (+12,190)6 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,607 miles
    Test number
    168719975032
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside 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 Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass54,417 miles10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    54,417 miles
    Test number
    196901574017
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail54,417 miles (+8,640)1 repaired10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,417 miles
    Test number
    828031774091
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass45,777 miles (+4,446)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    45,777 miles
    Test number
    418870383091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,331 miles (+2,664)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    41,331 miles
    Test number
    668505562032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,667 miles (+1,164)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    38,667 miles
    Test number
    269630361028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,503 miles (+857)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    37,503 miles
    Test number
    992907170026
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail36,646 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,646 miles
    Test number
    132414269088
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass36,646 miles (+1,077)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    36,646 miles
    Test number
    521244569062
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass35,569 miles (+1,999)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    35,569 miles
    Test number
    753140768027
    • NoteN/S/R Tyre close to legal limit

  26. Pass33,570 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    33,570 miles
    Test number
    630207067007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail33,570 miles (+3,275)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,570 miles
    Test number
    563956067089
    • DangerousNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  28. Pass30,295 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    30,295 miles
    Test number
    262142886056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T729 DGT

Does T729 DGT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T729 DGT expired on 1 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T729 DGT?
The MOT on T729 DGT expired on 1 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T729 DGT done?
T729 DGT was recorded at 137,973 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 5,383 miles a year.
Has T729 DGT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T729 DGT has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T729 DGT 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 T729 DGT find?
T729 DGT failed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with 3 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front; nearside front track rod end ball joint has excessive play; offside front upper suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front, and 5 more.

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