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Volkswagen Passat

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

T785 EWWMOT history

T785 EWW is a silver diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 24 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Dec 2025 and it has passed 18 of 32 MOT tests, with 237,484 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Dec 2025
Mileage
237,484 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2024
MOT tests
32
18 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,627 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T785 EWW
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
24 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T785 EWW was last recorded at 237,484 miles on 3 Dec 2024, 1,096 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
236,388 miles · 11 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
1,096 miles
Average per year
3,627 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 237,484 miles
  • 2023 – 236,388 miles
  • 2022 – 235,264 miles
  • 2021 – 233,835 miles
  • 2020 – 233,695 miles
  • 2019 – 231,881 miles
  • 2018 – 229,297 miles
  • 2016 – 228,291 miles
  • 2015 – 224,237 miles
  • 2014 – 219,771 miles
  • 2013 – 215,598 miles
  • 2012 – 211,949 miles
  • 2011 – 207,361 miles
  • 2010 – 202,291 miles
  • 2009 – 196,171 miles
  • 2008 – 188,335 miles
  • 2007 – 179,742 miles
  • 2006 – 170,361 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass237,484 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021

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.

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 1 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass237,484 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    237,484 miles
    Test number
    739782258621
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail237,484 miles (+1,096)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    237,484 miles
    Test number
    829106128818
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass236,388 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    236,388 miles
    Test number
    194922302996
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  4. Fail236,380 miles (+1,116)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,380 miles
    Test number
    748332950582
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  5. Pass235,264 miles (+54)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    235,264 miles
    Test number
    805684427255
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion rear subframe

  6. Fail235,210 miles (+1,375)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,210 miles
    Test number
    477434485493
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion rear subframe

  7. Pass233,835 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    233,835 miles
    Test number
    967743399498
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryHead lights slightley misted
    • AdvisorySyspenshion corroded

  8. Fail233,835 miles (+140)2 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,835 miles
    Test number
    985737714560
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryHead lights slightley misted
    • AdvisorySyspenshion corroded

  9. Pass233,695 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    233,695 miles
    Test number
    900561167841
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail233,695 miles (+1,814)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,695 miles
    Test number
    492009264909
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass231,881 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    231,881 miles
    Test number
    199482616345
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail231,881 miles (+2,584)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,881 miles
    Test number
    256503149380
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass229,297 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    229,297 miles
    Test number
    399862652336
    • AdvisoryBrake 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 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Fail229,297 miles (+1,006)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,297 miles
    Test number
    905600020518
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake 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 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  15. Pass228,291 miles (+4,054)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    228,291 miles
    Test number
    228537273399
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint front arms, nearside and offside (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn to inner edges

  16. Pass224,237 miles (+57)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    224,237 miles
    Test number
    561899378851
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint front ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn to edges

  17. Fail224,180 miles (+4,409)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,180 miles
    Test number
    895773359097
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint front ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn to edges

  18. Pass219,771 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    219,771 miles
    Test number
    515557534383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail219,771 miles (+4,173)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,771 miles
    Test number
    486409024445
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  20. Pass215,598 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    215,598 miles
    Test number
    836046123319
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail215,598 miles (+3,649)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,598 miles
    Test number
    465346123365
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass211,949 miles (+4,588)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    211,949 miles
    Test number
    459673312431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass207,361 miles (+5,070)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    207,361 miles
    Test number
    378692211368
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass202,291 miles (+37)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    202,291 miles
    Test number
    440980930397
    • 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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted cannot see condition of sills

  25. Fail202,254 miles (+6,083)5 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,254 miles
    Test number
    153607220347
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted cannot see condition of sills

  26. Pass196,171 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    196,171 miles
    Test number
    634399229344
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteOffside rear tyre soft

  27. Fail196,171 miles (+7,836)3 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,171 miles
    Test number
    704599829351
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteOffside rear tyre soft

  28. Pass188,335 miles (+66)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    188,335 miles
    Test number
    653018358199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail188,269 miles (+8,527)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,269 miles
    Test number
    690666558184
    • FailureNearside Rear Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  30. Pass179,742 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    179,742 miles
    Test number
    231557557147
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteO/s/f inner wheelarch trim loose

  31. Fail179,742 miles (+9,381)2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,742 miles
    Test number
    232727557172
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteO/s/f inner wheelarch trim loose

  32. Pass170,361 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    170,361 miles
    Test number
    602702756115
    • NoteBoth cv boots cracking.

Questions about T785 EWW

Does T785 EWW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T785 EWW expired on 10 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T785 EWW?
The MOT on T785 EWW expired on 10 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T785 EWW done?
T785 EWW was recorded at 237,484 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2024, an average of 3,627 miles a year.
Has T785 EWW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T785 EWW has failed 14 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on T785 EWW 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 T785 EWW find?
T785 EWW passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2024 with 3 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive.

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