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Volkswagen Passat

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

T983 PDFMOT history

T983 PDF is a blue diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 2 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Sept 2024 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 210,525 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Sept 2024
Mileage
210,525 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2023
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,974 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T983 PDF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T983 PDF was last recorded at 210,525 miles on 25 Sept 2023, 1,469 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
209,056 miles · 7 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
1,469 miles
Average per year
5,974 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 210,525 miles
  • 2022 – 209,056 miles
  • 2021 – 207,520 miles
  • 2020 – 205,523 miles
  • 2018 – 204,370 miles
  • 2017 – 203,361 miles
  • 2016 – 198,348 miles
  • 2015 – 190,419 miles
  • 2014 – 181,385 miles
  • 2013 – 175,091 miles
  • 2012 – 164,701 miles
  • 2011 – 151,079 miles
  • 2010 – 143,614 miles
  • 2009 – 133,374 miles
  • 2008 – 122,777 miles
  • 2007 – 115,077 miles
  • 2006 – 107,896 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass210,525 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 26 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass210,525 miles (+1,469)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    210,525 miles
    Test number
    640532679909
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass209,056 miles (+8)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    209,056 miles
    Test number
    563717258873
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  3. Fail209,048 miles (+1,528)3 dangerous5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,048 miles
    Test number
    747515782628
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  4. Pass207,520 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    207,520 miles
    Test number
    540211611966
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail207,520 miles (+1,997)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,520 miles
    Test number
    396948665925
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass205,523 miles (+1,153)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    205,523 miles
    Test number
    442024967363
    • AdvisoryLower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass204,370 miles (+1,009)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    204,370 miles
    Test number
    958999214149
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp has less than 1/2 LEDs not functioning (4.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

  8. Pass203,361 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    203,361 miles
    Test number
    603430043823
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  9. Fail203,360 miles (+5,012)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,360 miles
    Test number
    889898099806
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass198,348 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    198,348 miles
    Test number
    822915141054
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement nearside front & offside front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on the outside shoulder

  11. Fail198,346 miles (+7,927)8 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,346 miles
    Test number
    110305140070
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement nearside front & offside front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on the outside shoulder

  12. Pass190,419 miles (+9,034)10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    190,419 miles
    Test number
    789156295116
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass181,385 miles (+6,294)7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    181,385 miles
    Test number
    375933484118
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryUpper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine mounts slightly deteriorated
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on the inner & outer shoulders
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass175,091 miles (+2)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    175,091 miles
    Test number
    377899993185
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail175,089 miles (+10,388)5 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,089 miles
    Test number
    639888993137
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass164,701 miles (+13,622)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    164,701 miles
    Test number
    568414882189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass151,079 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    151,079 miles
    Test number
    288076561117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail151,078 miles (+7,464)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,078 miles
    Test number
    938015761187
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass143,614 miles (+10,240)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    143,614 miles
    Test number
    583269260186
    • 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)

  20. Pass133,374 miles (+10,597)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    133,374 miles
    Test number
    721303679141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass122,777 miles (+7,700)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    122,777 miles
    Test number
    321748368114
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  22. Pass115,077 miles (+7,181)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    115,077 miles
    Test number
    822008077178
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass107,896 miles (+913)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    107,896 miles
    Test number
    234508876155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail106,983 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,983 miles
    Test number
    664836246188
    • FailureOffside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Questions about T983 PDF

Does T983 PDF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T983 PDF expired on 24 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T983 PDF?
The MOT on T983 PDF expired on 24 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T983 PDF done?
T983 PDF was recorded at 210,525 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2023, an average of 5,974 miles a year.
Has T983 PDF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T983 PDF has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on T983 PDF 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 T983 PDF find?
T983 PDF passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2023 with 3 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front obligatory mirror slightly damaged; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective, and 6 more.

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