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Volkswagen Passat

Black · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

T765 DGDMOT history

T765 DGD is a black diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 5 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Jul 2025 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 322,949 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Jul 2025
Mileage
322,949 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2024
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
8,535 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T765 DGD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T765 DGD was last recorded at 322,949 miles on 10 Jul 2024, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Apr 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Jan 2020: 26,591 miles, lower than 304,624 miles on 22 Jan 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
322,943 miles · 26 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
8,535 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 322,949 miles
  • 2023 – 318,152 miles
  • 2022 – 312,411 miles
  • 2021 – 311,357 miles
  • 2020 – 26,591 miles
  • 2019 – 296,176 miles
  • 2018 – 286,832 miles
  • 2017 – 281,025 miles
  • 2016 – 280,763 miles
  • 2015 – 272,981 miles
  • 2014 – 260,836 miles
  • 2013 – 255,198 miles
  • 2012 – 249,038 miles
  • 2011 – 240,840 miles
  • 2010 – 233,114 miles
  • 2009 – 224,543 miles
  • 2008 – 214,814 miles
  • 2007 – 194,993 miles
  • 2006 – 170,523 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass322,949 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryGlow plug light flashing

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2011

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3-4

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge 205.55.16

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

31 tests since 31 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass322,949 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    322,949 miles
    Test number
    248340239867
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryGlow plug light flashing

  2. Fail322,943 miles (+4,791)1 dangerous9 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    322,943 miles
    Test number
    122551343860
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mid box corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass318,152 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    318,152 miles
    Test number
    919767259360
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail318,152 miles (+5,741)3 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    318,152 miles
    Test number
    812267980852
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass312,411 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    312,411 miles
    Test number
    311074667962
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail312,411 miles (+1,054)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    312,411 miles
    Test number
    717717729682
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass311,357 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    311,357 miles
    Test number
    993891835179
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3-4 (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge 205.55.16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail311,357 miles (+284,766)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    311,357 miles
    Test number
    227075424843
    • MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn rear axle bush split and perished (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn rear axle bush split and perished (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3-4 (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge 205.55.16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass26,591 miles (-278,033)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    26,591 miles
    Test number
    296461103286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass304,624 miles (+8,448)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    304,624 miles
    Test number
    869291407664

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass296,176 miles (+9,344)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    296,176 miles
    Test number
    531401306063
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass286,832 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    286,832 miles
    Test number
    172181186993
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail286,820 miles (+5,795)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    286,820 miles
    Test number
    808188291656
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass281,025 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    281,025 miles
    Test number
    953528751834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail281,011 miles (+248)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    281,011 miles
    Test number
    862584271164
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

  16. Fail280,763 miles (+7,782)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    280,763 miles
    Test number
    320762428730
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil both rears (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both fronts (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of an adult belt

  17. Pass272,981 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    272,981 miles
    Test number
    998862607609
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear offside tyre is worn heavily on outer edge

  18. Fail272,980 miles (+12,144)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    272,980 miles
    Test number
    357861099972
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working high level (1.2.1b)
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 32% (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear offside tyre is worn heavily on outer edge

  19. Pass260,836 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    260,836 miles
    Test number
    185254144277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail260,807 miles (+5,609)4 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    260,807 miles
    Test number
    379401144498
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

  21. Pass255,198 miles (+6,160)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    255,198 miles
    Test number
    189281543232
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Fail249,038 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    249,038 miles
    Test number
    309894532485
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  23. Pass249,038 miles (+8,198)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    249,038 miles
    Test number
    999904632216
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  24. Pass240,840 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    240,840 miles
    Test number
    955629321244
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  25. Fail240,838 miles (+7,724)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,838 miles
    Test number
    658928821270
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  26. Pass233,114 miles (+8,571)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    233,114 miles
    Test number
    393180930402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass224,543 miles (+176)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    224,543 miles
    Test number
    114420939245
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Fail224,367 miles (+9,553)3 dangerous3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,367 miles
    Test number
    533382829209
    • DangerousBrake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • DangerousNearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass214,814 miles (+19,821)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    214,814 miles
    Test number
    462988918272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  30. Pass194,993 miles (+24,470)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    194,993 miles
    Test number
    720828217290
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  31. Pass170,523 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    170,523 miles
    Test number
    993293646272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T765 DGD

Does T765 DGD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T765 DGD expired on 9 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T765 DGD?
The MOT on T765 DGD expired on 9 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T765 DGD done?
T765 DGD was recorded at 322,949 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2024, an average of 8,535 miles a year.
Has T765 DGD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T765 DGD has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on T765 DGD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Jan 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T765 DGD find?
T765 DGD passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2024 with 2 advisories: offside front nail in tyre; glow plug light flashing.

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