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Volkswagen Passat

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

T8 RKUMOT history

T8 RKU is a grey diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 28 Nov 2012. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 238,014 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
238,014 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
18,421 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T8 RKU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
28 Nov 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T8 RKU was last recorded at 238,014 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 3,917 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
234,097 miles · 2 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,917 miles
Average per year
18,421 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 238,014 miles
  • 2025 – 234,097 miles
  • 2024 – 226,857 miles
  • 2023 – 203,077 miles
  • 2022 – 193,152 miles
  • 2021 – 177,176 miles
  • 2020 – 165,075 miles
  • 2019 – 148,398 miles
  • 2018 – 117,619 miles
  • 2017 – 76,488 miles
  • 2016 – 47,245 miles
  • 2015 – 46,967 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass238,014 miles
  • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s/f and o/s/f (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect n/s/f and o/s/f floor covers fitted (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect n/s/r and o/s/r (5.3.2 (d))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

14 tests since 24 Nov 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass238,014 miles (+3,917)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    238,014 miles
    Test number
    151492166209
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s/f and o/s/f (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect n/s/f and o/s/f floor covers fitted (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect n/s/r and o/s/r (5.3.2 (d))

  2. Pass234,097 miles (+7,240)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    234,097 miles
    Test number
    411194590161
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass226,857 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    226,857 miles
    Test number
    473719118076
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail226,856 miles (+23,779)1 dangerous4 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,856 miles
    Test number
    959805476036
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass203,077 miles (+9,925)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    203,077 miles
    Test number
    302658508021
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (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))

  6. Pass193,152 miles (+15,976)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    193,152 miles
    Test number
    263431712797
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass177,176 miles (+12,101)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    177,176 miles
    Test number
    989294837599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass165,075 miles (+16,677)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    165,075 miles
    Test number
    527352091655
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass148,398 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    148,398 miles
    Test number
    182495216013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail148,398 miles (+30,779)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,398 miles
    Test number
    585983300148
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  11. Pass117,619 miles (+41,131)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    117,619 miles
    Test number
    196624386311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass76,488 miles (+29,243)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    76,488 miles
    Test number
    727327022613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass47,245 miles (+278)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    47,245 miles
    Test number
    340402175181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass46,967 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    46,967 miles
    Test number
    224957533822
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T8 RKU

Does T8 RKU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T8 RKU is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T8 RKU?
The MOT on T8 RKU is valid until 7 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T8 RKU done?
T8 RKU was recorded at 238,014 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 18,421 miles a year.
Has T8 RKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T8 RKU has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T8 RKU 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 T8 RKU find?
T8 RKU passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s/f and o/s/f; front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect n/s/f and o/s/f floor covers fitted; rear shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect n/s/r and o/s/r.

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