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Volkswagen Passat

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

V11 BJFMOT history

V11 BJF is a grey diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 19 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 166,057 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2026.

V11 BJF grey Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jul 2027
Mileage
166,057 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
12,502 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V11 BJF
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
19 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V11 BJF was last recorded at 166,057 miles on 4 Jul 2026, 11,163 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,894 miles · 25 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
11,163 miles
Average per year
12,502 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,057 miles
  • 2025 – 154,894 miles
  • 2024 – 139,748 miles
  • 2023 – 125,613 miles
  • 2022 – 111,982 miles
  • 2021 – 99,467 miles
  • 2020 – 89,931 miles
  • 2019 – 80,062 miles
  • 2018 – 65,918 miles
  • 2017 – 48,647 miles
  • 2016 – 37,101 miles
  • 2015 – 30,165 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,057 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major5 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 21 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,057 miles (+11,163)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    166,057 miles
    Test number
    428208282370
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass154,894 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    154,894 miles
    Test number
    802700544662
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail154,876 miles (+15,128)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,876 miles
    Test number
    444348521878
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass139,748 miles (+14,135)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    139,748 miles
    Test number
    245766973403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass125,613 miles (+13,631)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    125,613 miles
    Test number
    226636335170
    • AdvisoryNo smoke test results too clean

  6. Pass111,982 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    111,982 miles
    Test number
    539155665106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail111,979 miles (+12,512)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,979 miles
    Test number
    632737212195
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass99,467 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    99,467 miles
    Test number
    506383001185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail99,466 miles (+9,535)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,466 miles
    Test number
    605810206084
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass89,931 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    89,931 miles
    Test number
    968268558182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail89,929 miles (+9,867)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,929 miles
    Test number
    812519834894
    • MajorRear Body component insecure under bumper panel (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on indicating low tyre pressure

  12. Pass80,062 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    80,062 miles
    Test number
    397622852837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail80,061 miles (+14,143)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,061 miles
    Test number
    981328387229
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass65,918 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    65,918 miles
    Test number
    940164968913
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn on inner treads
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inner treads

  15. Fail65,918 miles (+17,271)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,918 miles
    Test number
    546019626388
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn on inner treads
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inner treads

  16. Pass48,647 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    48,647 miles
    Test number
    624116893956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail48,646 miles (+11,545)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,646 miles
    Test number
    358047543670
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)
    • FailureElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre -- deep cut to tread pattern

  18. Pass37,101 miles (+6,936)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    37,101 miles
    Test number
    528150257247
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass30,165 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    30,165 miles
    Test number
    545993635292
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAll brake discs surface corrosion
    • NoteNearside and offside rear tyres on 3mm

Questions about V11 BJF

Does V11 BJF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V11 BJF is valid until 24 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on V11 BJF?
The MOT on V11 BJF is valid until 24 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V11 BJF done?
V11 BJF was recorded at 166,057 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2026, an average of 12,502 miles a year.
Has V11 BJF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V11 BJF has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on V11 BJF 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 V11 BJF find?
V11 BJF passed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both.

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