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Volkswagen Passat

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,798 cc

T789 ASMMOT history

T789 ASM is a silver petrol Volkswagen Passat first used on 5 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 May 2022 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 58,920 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 26 May 2022
Mileage
58,920 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2022
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,448 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T789 ASM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 May 2022
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T789 ASM was last recorded at 58,920 miles on 22 Apr 2022, 2,694 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,226 miles · 30 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
2,694 miles
Average per year
2,448 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 58,920 miles
  • 2021 – 56,226 miles
  • 2020 – 53,753 miles
  • 2019 – 51,937 miles
  • 2018 – 49,848 miles
  • 2017 – 48,128 miles
  • 2015 – 45,708 miles
  • 2014 – 42,455 miles
  • 2013 – 40,620 miles
  • 2012 – 38,342 miles
  • 2011 – 36,545 miles
  • 2010 – 34,240 miles
  • 2009 – 31,524 miles
  • 2008 – 28,329 miles
  • 2007 – 23,647 miles
  • 2006 – 19,767 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail58,920 miles
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low BOTH SIDES (4.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 25 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail58,920 miles (+2,694)2 major1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,920 miles
    Test number
    101175655609
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low BOTH SIDES (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass56,226 miles (+2,473)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2022
    Odometer
    56,226 miles
    Test number
    382558739491
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass53,753 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2021
    Odometer
    53,753 miles
    Test number
    563061349496
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail53,753 miles (+1,816)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,753 miles
    Test number
    163285587098
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass51,937 miles (+2,089)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    51,937 miles
    Test number
    901716040477
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass49,848 miles (+1,720)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    49,848 miles
    Test number
    199259340011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass48,128 miles (+2,420)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    48,128 miles
    Test number
    202476161470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass45,708 miles (+3,253)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    45,708 miles
    Test number
    490717265212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass42,455 miles (+1,835)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    42,455 miles
    Test number
    137230004110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAdvise nearside rear shock absorber bump stop / dust cover support split.

  10. Pass40,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    40,620 miles
    Test number
    266197203187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail40,620 miles (+2,278)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,620 miles
    Test number
    299927903413
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  12. Pass38,342 miles (+1,797)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2013
    Odometer
    38,342 miles
    Test number
    865797002172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass36,545 miles (+2,305)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2012
    Odometer
    36,545 miles
    Test number
    607748001193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass34,240 miles (+2,716)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2011
    Odometer
    34,240 miles
    Test number
    784223310101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass31,524 miles (+3,195)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2010
    Odometer
    31,524 miles
    Test number
    202364819463
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass28,329 miles (+4,682)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2009
    Odometer
    28,329 miles
    Test number
    214893028412
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass23,647 miles (+3,880)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    23,647 miles
    Test number
    863730317187
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass19,767 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    19,767 miles
    Test number
    890635516168
    • 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)

Questions about T789 ASM

Does T789 ASM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T789 ASM expired on 26 May 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T789 ASM?
The MOT on T789 ASM expired on 26 May 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T789 ASM done?
T789 ASM was recorded at 58,920 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2022, an average of 2,448 miles a year.
Has T789 ASM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T789 ASM has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on T789 ASM 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 T789 ASM find?
T789 ASM failed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2022 with 2 major defects, 1 defect repaired at the test and 7 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; front headlamp aim too low both sides, and 7 more.

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