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Volkswagen Passat

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T970 UCGMOT history

T970 UCG is a blue petrol Volkswagen Passat first used on 29 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Jan 2025 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 128,540 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Jan 2025
Mileage
128,540 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2024
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,324 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T970 UCG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T970 UCG was last recorded at 128,540 miles on 30 Jan 2024, 9,864 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,676 miles · 28 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
9,864 miles
Average per year
4,324 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 128,540 miles
  • 2022 – 118,676 miles
  • 2021 – 108,604 miles
  • 2020 – 101,484 miles
  • 2019 – 95,464 miles
  • 2018 – 93,621 miles
  • 2017 – 89,782 miles
  • 2016 – 86,724 miles
  • 2015 – 82,750 miles
  • 2014 – 78,003 miles
  • 2013 – 73,943 miles
  • 2012 – 70,554 miles
  • 2011 – 69,512 miles
  • 2010 – 69,305 miles
  • 2009 – 66,817 miles
  • 2008 – 66,395 miles
  • 2007 – 59,494 miles
  • 2006 – 51,541 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,540 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

27 tests since 10 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,540 miles (+9,864)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    128,540 miles
    Test number
    343766723289
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass118,676 miles (+318)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    118,676 miles
    Test number
    943695352266
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front top mounts play

  3. Fail118,358 miles (+9,754)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,358 miles
    Test number
    571791491693
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front top mounts play

  4. Pass108,604 miles (+7,120)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    108,604 miles
    Test number
    200763162474
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEmissions limit only just met
    • AdvisoryPower steering noisy

  5. Pass101,484 miles (+28)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    101,484 miles
    Test number
    217948512386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWhining from power steering

  6. Fail101,456 miles (+5,992)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,456 miles
    Test number
    334072706653
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWhining from power steering

  7. Pass95,464 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    95,464 miles
    Test number
    998707920418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail95,453 miles (+1,832)2 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,453 miles
    Test number
    617248445500
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass93,621 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    93,621 miles
    Test number
    460683590988
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn slight play in bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn slight play in bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail93,616 miles (+3,834)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,616 miles
    Test number
    608235540245
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn slight play in bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn slight play in bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass89,782 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    89,782 miles
    Test number
    288170275778
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both arms (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Fail89,782 miles (+3,058)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,782 miles
    Test number
    446709009450
    • FailureFuel system component leaking Filter and or pipe (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both arms (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass86,724 miles (+3,974)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    86,724 miles
    Test number
    488155971909
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension bump stops broken

  14. Pass82,750 miles5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    82,750 miles
    Test number
    425940095145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteBoth front tyre tread depth starting to get low
    • NoteBoth rear suspension bump stops deteriorated
    • NoteOffside rear tyre tread depth starting to get low

  15. Fail82,750 miles (+4,747)1 failure5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,750 miles
    Test number
    716690895102
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteBoth front tyre tread depth starting to get low
    • NoteBoth rear suspension bump stops deteriorated
    • NoteOffside rear tyre tread depth starting to get low

  16. Pass78,003 miles (+4,060)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    78,003 miles
    Test number
    159882484164
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre tread depth on 3 mm

  17. Pass73,943 miles (+3,389)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    73,943 miles
    Test number
    279875163415
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear shock absorber bump stop detached

  18. Pass70,554 miles (+1,042)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    70,554 miles
    Test number
    558986762181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass69,512 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    69,512 miles
    Test number
    379681281023
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail69,512 miles (+207)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,512 miles
    Test number
    766671681091
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass69,305 miles (+2,488)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    69,305 miles
    Test number
    544877990063
    • NoteBOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS RUSTING VERY BADLY
    • NoteBOTH FRONT BRAKE HOSES PERISHING SLIGHTLY
    • NoteBOTH OUTER CV BOOTS PERISHING
    • NoteBOTH REAR BRAKE CALIPER LEVERS STARTING TO SIEZE SLIGHTLY
    • NoteBOTH REAR BRAKE DISCS RUSTING VERY BADLY

  22. Pass66,817 miles (+422)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    66,817 miles
    Test number
    354906609107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNearside wiper rubber split.
    • NoteOffside rear caliper handbrake lever/cable slightly sticking.

  23. Pass66,395 miles3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    66,395 miles
    Test number
    200092208157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteExhaust system slightly rusty.
    • NoteOffside rear brake calipier lever starting to seize.
    • NotePower steering pump noisey

  24. Fail66,395 miles (+6,901)1 failure3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,395 miles
    Test number
    353150608137
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteExhaust system slightly rusty.
    • NoteFront number plate cracked.
    • NoteOffside rear brake calipier lever starting to seize.
    • NotePower steering pump noisey
    • NoteWater in pelumn chamber.

  25. Pass59,494 miles (+7,953)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    59,494 miles
    Test number
    333790107100
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear number plate poor

  26. Pass51,541 miles (+4)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    51,541 miles
    Test number
    270572106174
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteRear number plate poor

  27. Fail51,537 miles1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,537 miles
    Test number
    630630806114
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteRear number plate poor

Questions about T970 UCG

Does T970 UCG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T970 UCG expired on 29 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T970 UCG?
The MOT on T970 UCG expired on 29 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T970 UCG done?
T970 UCG was recorded at 128,540 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2024, an average of 4,324 miles a year.
Has T970 UCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T970 UCG has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on T970 UCG 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 T970 UCG find?
T970 UCG passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2024 with 2 minor defects and 11 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 10 more.

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