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Volkswagen Passat

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

VE54 VBAMOT history

VE54 VBA is a grey diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 4 Feb 2005. Its MOT is valid until 2 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 34 MOT tests, with 245,994 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Nov 2025.

VE54 VBA grey Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Passat, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Dec 2026
Mileage
245,994 mi
At MOT on 10 Nov 2025
MOT tests
34
19 passed · 15 failed
Per year
10,630 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
VE54 VBA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
4 Feb 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

VE54 VBA was last recorded at 245,994 miles on 10 Nov 2025, 8,363 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
237,631 miles · 25 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
8,363 miles
Average per year
10,630 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 245,994 miles
  • 2024 – 237,631 miles
  • 2023 – 229,794 miles
  • 2022 – 221,461 miles
  • 2021 – 210,419 miles
  • 2020 – 198,396 miles
  • 2019 – 185,976 miles
  • 2018 – 170,156 miles
  • 2017 – 159,056 miles
  • 2016 – 146,538 miles
  • 2015 – 129,526 miles
  • 2014 – 122,269 miles
  • 2013 – 122,269 miles
  • 2012 – 114,056 miles
  • 2011 – 104,829 miles
  • 2010 – 98,166 miles
  • 2009 – 78,941 miles
  • 2008 – 56,741 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass245,994 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2016

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2016

Full MOT history

34 tests since 21 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass245,994 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    245,994 miles
    Test number
    546898133748
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail245,994 miles (+8,363)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,994 miles
    Test number
    389992730448
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass237,631 miles (+167)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    237,631 miles
    Test number
    212946809245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material HOSE TRACER. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material HOSE TRACER. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail237,464 miles (+7,670)2 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    237,464 miles
    Test number
    325560897591
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn REARWARD ARM. (the curved one). (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material HOSE TRACER. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material HOSE TRACER. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass229,794 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    229,794 miles
    Test number
    849288655957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail229,767 miles (+8,306)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,767 miles
    Test number
    381533265871
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed EDGE. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON INNER EDGE. (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass221,461 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    221,461 miles
    Test number
    171903028841
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail221,459 miles (+11,040)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,459 miles
    Test number
    101623532643
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn REARWARD ARM. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded CALIPER HOSE METAL PIPE. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded CALLIPER METAL PIPE. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass210,419 miles (+381)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    210,419 miles
    Test number
    366502827157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail210,038 miles (+11,642)2 dangerous4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,038 miles
    Test number
    761113178111
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn BOTH ARMS. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed TAIL GATE. (6.2.3 (c) (i))

  11. Pass198,396 miles (+204)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    198,396 miles
    Test number
    151786098629
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge EDGES. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge EDGES. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FORWARD ARM. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REARWARD ARM. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge EDGES. (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail198,192 miles (+12,216)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,192 miles
    Test number
    660846753186
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn FORWARD ARM BUSH DISLODGED. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge EDGES. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REARWARD ARM. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge EDGES. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FORWARD ARM. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REARWARD ARM. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge EDGES. (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass185,976 miles (+15,820)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    185,976 miles
    Test number
    330262521424
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Pass170,156 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    170,156 miles
    Test number
    311251605653
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 60% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer cv gaiter has pin hole but preventing ingress of dirt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  15. Fail170,156 miles (+11,100)1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,156 miles
    Test number
    832741656828
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 60% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer cv gaiter has pin hole but preventing ingress of dirt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  16. Pass159,056 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    159,056 miles
    Test number
    173852853837
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt lower rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement upper rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Fail159,056 miles (+12,518)3 failures1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,056 miles
    Test number
    541920522237
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall damaged (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt lower rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement upper rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre deteriorated sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass146,538 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    146,538 miles
    Test number
    925873868123
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly scored (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap cannot be removed to inspect seal (no key)

  19. Fail146,538 miles (+6,529)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,538 miles
    Test number
    478382620381
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly scored (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap cannot be removed to inspect seal (no key)

  20. Pass140,009 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    140,009 miles
    Test number
    829102050397
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Fail140,009 miles (+10,483)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,009 miles
    Test number
    877100016981
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Fail129,526 miles1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,526 miles
    Test number
    149229905403
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass129,526 miles (+7,257)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    129,526 miles
    Test number
    325459505062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass122,269 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    122,269 miles
    Test number
    479133804036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  25. Fail122,269 miles (+8,213)3 failures1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,269 miles
    Test number
    597907353312
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  26. Pass114,056 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    114,056 miles
    Test number
    677072552348
    • NoteHeadlight aims getting weak

  27. Fail114,056 miles (+9,227)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,056 miles
    Test number
    515242552304
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • NoteHeadlight aims getting weak
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  28. Pass104,829 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    104,829 miles
    Test number
    766235651313
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  29. Fail104,829 miles (+6,663)6 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,829 miles
    Test number
    745385851354
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  30. Pass98,166 miles (+7,080)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    98,166 miles
    Test number
    234004250385
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  31. Fail91,086 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,086 miles
    Test number
    104865410043
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front outer C/V boots perrished but not split(O/S worse)
    • NoteLimited inspection on N/S/R seat belt due to child seat fitted.

  32. Pass91,086 miles (+12,145)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    91,086 miles
    Test number
    412055910012
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front outer C/V boots perrished but not split(O/S worse)
    • NoteLimited inspection on N/S/R seat belt due to child seat fitted.

  33. Pass78,941 miles (+22,200)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    78,941 miles
    Test number
    903914759083
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  34. Pass56,741 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    56,741 miles
    Test number
    932981028006
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs are lipped
    • NoteOffside rear tyre is on legal limit of 1.6mm

Questions about VE54 VBA

Does VE54 VBA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on VE54 VBA is valid until 2 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on VE54 VBA?
The MOT on VE54 VBA is valid until 2 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has VE54 VBA done?
VE54 VBA was recorded at 245,994 miles at its MOT on 10 Nov 2025, an average of 10,630 miles a year.
Has VE54 VBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. VE54 VBA has failed 15 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on VE54 VBA 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 VE54 VBA find?
VE54 VBA passed its latest MOT on 10 Nov 2025 with 5 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear lower coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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