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Volkswagen Passat

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

V656 DNBMOT history

V656 DNB is a blue diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Nov 2022 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 298,835 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Nov 2022
Mileage
298,835 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2021
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
11,399 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V656 DNB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

V656 DNB was last recorded at 298,835 miles on 5 Nov 2021, 10,660 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Nov 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Nov 2020: 288,175 miles, lower than 288,401 miles on 6 Nov 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
288,175 miles · 9 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
10,660 miles
Average per year
11,399 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 298,835 miles
  • 2020 – 288,175 miles
  • 2019 – 279,570 miles
  • 2018 – 267,242 miles
  • 2017 – 255,681 miles
  • 2016 – 245,925 miles
  • 2015 – 235,882 miles
  • 2014 – 224,543 miles
  • 2013 – 214,794 miles
  • 2012 – 203,667 miles
  • 2011 – 190,586 miles
  • 2010 – 179,912 miles
  • 2009 – 168,655 miles
  • 2008 – 159,500 miles
  • 2007 – 149,972 miles
  • 2006 – 134,007 miles
  • 2005 – 115,476 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass298,835 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryEngine oil Dipstick outer casing broken.

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

27 tests since 5 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass298,835 miles (+10,660)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    298,835 miles
    Test number
    360522838216
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil Dipstick outer casing broken.

  2. Pass288,175 miles (-226)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    288,175 miles
    Test number
    790912823618
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail288,401 miles (+8,831)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    288,401 miles
    Test number
    989074803211
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass279,570 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    279,570 miles
    Test number
    162831490921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail279,570 miles (+12,328)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    279,570 miles
    Test number
    615281435267
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  6. Pass267,242 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    267,242 miles
    Test number
    749110266196
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing [both sides] (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail267,242 miles (+11,561)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    267,242 miles
    Test number
    727958350008
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing [both sides] (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass255,681 miles (+85)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    255,681 miles
    Test number
    449930088366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail255,596 miles (+9,671)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    255,596 miles
    Test number
    649432813286
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect faded (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass245,925 miles (+10,043)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    245,925 miles
    Test number
    434410223180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass235,882 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    235,882 miles
    Test number
    201778733095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail235,870 miles (+11,327)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,870 miles
    Test number
    974926953176
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

  13. Pass224,543 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    224,543 miles
    Test number
    105030814389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail224,543 miles (+9,749)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,543 miles
    Test number
    489720014320
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass214,794 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    214,794 miles
    Test number
    967225113378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail214,776 miles (+11,109)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,776 miles
    Test number
    618243413336
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass203,667 miles (+13,081)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    203,667 miles
    Test number
    287465812353
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteTested in wet conditions

  18. Pass190,586 miles (+10,674)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    190,586 miles
    Test number
    917092591296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass179,912 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    179,912 miles
    Test number
    572898500318
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Fail179,908 miles (+11,253)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,908 miles
    Test number
    672397800323
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass168,655 miles (+392)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    168,655 miles
    Test number
    103261019351
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteAirbag light on

  22. Fail168,263 miles (+8,763)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,263 miles
    Test number
    473614909317
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteAirbag light on

  23. Pass159,500 miles (+9,528)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    159,500 miles
    Test number
    993633418378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass149,972 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    149,972 miles
    Test number
    510980807370
    • 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)

  25. Fail149,964 miles (+15,957)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,964 miles
    Test number
    671879897233
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • 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)

  26. Pass134,007 miles (+18,531)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    134,007 miles
    Test number
    462452016439
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass115,476 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    115,476 miles
    Test number
    962408575220
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about V656 DNB

Does V656 DNB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V656 DNB expired on 10 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V656 DNB?
The MOT on V656 DNB expired on 10 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V656 DNB done?
V656 DNB was recorded at 298,835 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2021, an average of 11,399 miles a year.
Has V656 DNB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V656 DNB has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on V656 DNB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Nov 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V656 DNB find?
V656 DNB passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2021 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; engine oil dipstick outer casing broken..

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