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Volkswagen Passat

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

T754 GSLMOT history

T754 GSL is a silver diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 11 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Aug 2025 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 181,492 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Aug 2025
Mileage
181,492 mi
At MOT on 28 Aug 2024
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,689 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T754 GSL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
11 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T754 GSL was last recorded at 181,492 miles on 28 Aug 2024, 326 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,166 miles · 14 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
326 miles
Average per year
7,689 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 181,492 miles
  • 2023 – 176,457 miles
  • 2022 – 171,519 miles
  • 2021 – 164,430 miles
  • 2020 – 159,193 miles
  • 2019 – 151,053 miles
  • 2018 – 143,535 miles
  • 2017 – 129,749 miles
  • 2016 – 118,364 miles
  • 2015 – 107,224 miles
  • 2014 – 90,875 miles
  • 2013 – 82,369 miles
  • 2012 – 71,299 miles
  • 2011 – 66,109 miles
  • 2010 – 54,517 miles
  • 2009 – 51,016 miles
  • 2008 – 46,470 miles
  • 2007 – 44,179 miles
  • 2006 – 40,359 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,492 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Both rear axle bushes splitting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 21 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,492 miles (+326)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    181,492 miles
    Test number
    178384779286
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail181,166 miles (+4,709)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,166 miles
    Test number
    366144735018
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass176,457 miles (+4,938)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    176,457 miles
    Test number
    609672690643
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass171,519 miles (+7,089)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    171,519 miles
    Test number
    834042193787
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Pass164,430 miles (+5,237)3 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    164,430 miles
    Test number
    511333000925
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front indicators missing
    • AdvisoryBoth rear axle bushes splitting
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All Four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass159,193 miles (+8,140)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    159,193 miles
    Test number
    955205743725
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear axle bushes perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn low on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass151,053 miles (+3)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    151,053 miles
    Test number
    494195605588
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet safety catch seized
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail151,050 miles (+7,515)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,050 miles
    Test number
    788641568920
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet safety catch seized
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass143,535 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    143,535 miles
    Test number
    810019214239
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear both sides brake ferrules rusty

  10. Fail143,535 miles (+13,786)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,535 miles
    Test number
    489707261033
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear both sides brake ferrules rusty

  11. Pass129,749 miles (+11,385)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    129,749 miles
    Test number
    334811257172
    • AdvisoryBoth beam patterns rough
    • AdvisoryBoth rear axle bushes splitting
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass118,364 miles (+11,140)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    118,364 miles
    Test number
    593685316974
    • AdvisoryBeam patterns rough
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint Rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended Axle bush (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint Rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended Axle bush (2.4.F.3)

  13. Pass107,224 miles (+16,349)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    107,224 miles
    Test number
    756623615205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass90,875 miles (+1,810)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2015
    Odometer
    90,875 miles
    Test number
    727743224136
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear axle bushes splitting

  15. Fail89,065 miles (+6,696)5 failures3 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,065 miles
    Test number
    339068974045
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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 Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBonnet safety catch handle missing
    • NoteEngine oil level low
    • NoteExhaust emissions poor
    • NoteLight scratching on windscreen
    • NoteOffside front direction indicator lens missing
    • NoteOffside rear brake hose ferrules corroding
    • NoteOffside windscreen wiper blade in poor condition

  16. Pass82,369 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    82,369 miles
    Test number
    738050623125
    • NoteGearbox mounting defective
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCentre exhaust in poor condition

  17. Fail82,364 miles (+11,065)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,364 miles
    Test number
    516260523194
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCentre exhaust in poor condition

  18. Pass71,299 miles (+5,190)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    71,299 miles
    Test number
    315632522115
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass66,109 miles (+34)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    66,109 miles
    Test number
    248601111118
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs worn

  20. Fail66,075 miles (+11,558)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,075 miles
    Test number
    327290911154
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs worn

  21. Pass54,517 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    54,517 miles
    Test number
    981417190000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail54,517 miles (+3,501)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,517 miles
    Test number
    274307590012
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  23. Pass51,016 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    51,016 miles
    Test number
    283703219478
    • NoteNearside front tyre edges wearing 195/65r15 91h

  24. Fail51,016 miles (+4,546)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,016 miles
    Test number
    341293919142
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front tyre edges wearing 195/65r15 91h

  25. Pass46,470 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    46,470 miles
    Test number
    410172308152
    • NoteExhaust corroded

  26. Fail46,470 miles (+2,291)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,470 miles
    Test number
    263241308409
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded
    • NoteOffside front tyre edge wearing 195/65r15 91h

  27. Pass44,179 miles (+3,820)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    44,179 miles
    Test number
    250007617448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass40,359 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    40,359 miles
    Test number
    683651916119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T754 GSL

Does T754 GSL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T754 GSL expired on 28 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T754 GSL?
The MOT on T754 GSL expired on 28 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T754 GSL done?
T754 GSL was recorded at 181,492 miles at its MOT on 28 Aug 2024, an average of 7,689 miles a year.
Has T754 GSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T754 GSL has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on T754 GSL 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 T754 GSL find?
T754 GSL passed its latest MOT on 28 Aug 2024 with 5 advisories: nearside front upper suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mounting; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front upper suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mounting, and 2 more.

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