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Volkswagen Passat

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

V48 DCTMOT history

V48 DCT is a silver diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 20 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 35 MOT tests, with 335,792 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Oct 2027
Mileage
335,792 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2026
MOT tests
35
22 passed · 13 failed
Per year
10,293 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V48 DCT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V48 DCT was last recorded at 335,792 miles on 1 Oct 2026, 2,421 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
333,371 miles · 1 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,421 miles
Average per year
10,293 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 335,792 miles
  • 2025 – 333,371 miles
  • 2024 – 329,818 miles
  • 2023 – 326,138 miles
  • 2022 – 324,136 miles
  • 2021 – 322,567 miles
  • 2020 – 319,961 miles
  • 2019 – 316,440 miles
  • 2018 – 304,971 miles
  • 2017 – 292,467 miles
  • 2016 – 280,204 miles
  • 2015 – 268,372 miles
  • 2014 – 254,039 miles
  • 2013 – 240,608 miles
  • 2012 – 231,618 miles
  • 2011 – 218,766 miles
  • 2010 – 200,003 miles
  • 2009 – 184,194 miles
  • 2008 – 164,917 miles
  • 2007 – 146,864 miles
  • 2006 – 131,839 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass335,792 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear heatshield insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

35 tests since 8 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass335,792 miles (+2,421)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    335,792 miles
    Test number
    370557196993
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  2. Pass333,371 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    333,371 miles
    Test number
    208605442380
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail333,370 miles (+3,552)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    333,370 miles
    Test number
    242843072420
    • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass329,818 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    329,818 miles
    Test number
    665938029295
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear heatshield insecure
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust clamp broken

  5. Fail329,816 miles (+3,678)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    329,816 miles
    Test number
    227953276760
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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 Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear heatshield insecure
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust clamp broken

  6. Pass326,138 miles (+2,002)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    326,138 miles
    Test number
    734294175020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass324,136 miles (+1,569)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    324,136 miles
    Test number
    500289834393
    • MinorWindscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened two small holes (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass322,567 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    322,567 miles
    Test number
    127751687235
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded and worn slightly (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail322,567 miles (+2,606)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    322,567 miles
    Test number
    456664203790
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded and worn slightly (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass319,961 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    319,961 miles
    Test number
    858109859164
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded on inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail319,961 miles (+3,521)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    319,961 miles
    Test number
    974651585350
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded on inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass316,440 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    316,440 miles
    Test number
    885264196526
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail316,439 miles (+11,468)2 major1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    316,439 miles
    Test number
    429103404821
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass304,971 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    304,971 miles
    Test number
    674640877229
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front lower arm ball joint dust cover slight deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Large (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Fail304,970 miles (+12,503)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    304,970 miles
    Test number
    788732595581
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Both o/s arm ball joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front lower arm ball joint dust cover slight deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Large (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heatshield insecure

  16. Pass292,467 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    292,467 miles
    Test number
    521627028911
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sun visor fitting clip missing

  17. Fail292,467 miles (+12,263)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    292,467 miles
    Test number
    233878361089
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sun visor fitting clip missing

  18. Pass280,204 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    280,204 miles
    Test number
    203468021837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail280,204 miles (+11,832)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    280,204 miles
    Test number
    951302763187
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass268,372 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    268,372 miles
    Test number
    564774888676
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside front brake disc surfaces lipped / worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced dip beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front link arm / inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Fail268,372 miles (+14,333)1 dangerous2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    268,372 miles
    Test number
    894495961304
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside front brake disc surfaces lipped / worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced dip beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front link arm / inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 24 % . also has slight binding to offside rear (3.7.B.5b)

  22. Pass254,039 miles (+13,431)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    254,039 miles
    Test number
    418024824429
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  23. Pass240,608 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    240,608 miles
    Test number
    418494623465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail240,608 miles (+8,990)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,608 miles
    Test number
    768614423386
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  25. Pass231,618 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    231,618 miles
    Test number
    726795522351
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Fail231,611 miles (+12,845)5 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,611 miles
    Test number
    245154722392
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePower steering belt in poor condition

  27. Pass218,766 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    218,766 miles
    Test number
    128923741319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail218,766 miles3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,766 miles
    Test number
    707630041301
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  29. Pass218,766 miles (+18,763)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    218,766 miles
    Test number
    876280541313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass200,003 miles (+15,809)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    200,003 miles
    Test number
    531826010394
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass184,194 miles (+19,277)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    184,194 miles
    Test number
    503703649333
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOuter Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  32. Pass164,917 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    164,917 miles
    Test number
    503907148335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail164,917 miles (+18,053)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,917 miles
    Test number
    813517848362
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  34. Pass146,864 miles (+15,025)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    146,864 miles
    Test number
    792324737334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Pass131,839 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    131,839 miles
    Test number
    384632546319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V48 DCT

Does V48 DCT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V48 DCT is valid until 2 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on V48 DCT?
The MOT on V48 DCT is valid until 2 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V48 DCT done?
V48 DCT was recorded at 335,792 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2026, an average of 10,293 miles a year.
Has V48 DCT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V48 DCT has failed 13 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on V48 DCT 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 V48 DCT find?
V48 DCT passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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