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Volkswagen Passat

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

VRV 1MOT history

VRV 1 is a black diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 11 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 113,572 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

VRV 1 black Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
113,572 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,997 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
VRV 1
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
11 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

VRV 1 was last recorded at 113,572 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 4,839 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,733 miles · 7 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,839 miles
Average per year
7,997 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,572 miles
  • 2025 – 108,733 miles
  • 2024 – 103,909 miles
  • 2023 – 98,860 miles
  • 2022 – 91,437 miles
  • 2021 – 81,971 miles
  • 2020 – 74,652 miles
  • 2019 – 66,781 miles
  • 2018 – 56,857 miles
  • 2017 – 46,297 miles
  • 2016 – 34,249 miles
  • 2015 – 26,208 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,572 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly worn out of shape.
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Few minor chips in windscreen

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

15 tests since 29 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,572 miles (+4,839)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    113,572 miles
    Test number
    324126021700
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly worn out of shape.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass108,733 miles (+4,824)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    108,733 miles
    Test number
    460816798193
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass103,909 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    103,909 miles
    Test number
    703207438633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail103,904 miles (+5,044)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,904 miles
    Test number
    858689032148
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass98,860 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    98,860 miles
    Test number
    355160540214
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on inner edge and slightly out of shape.

  6. Fail98,860 miles (+7,423)3 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,860 miles
    Test number
    216126225946
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on inner edge and slightly out of shape.

  7. Pass91,437 miles (+9,466)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    91,437 miles
    Test number
    351199073163
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  8. Pass81,971 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    81,971 miles
    Test number
    534449901937
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear tyres starting to wear unevenly on inner edges
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Starting to wear low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail81,971 miles (+7,319)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,971 miles
    Test number
    839563258027
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear tyres starting to wear unevenly on inner edges
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Starting to wear low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass74,652 miles (+7,871)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    74,652 miles
    Test number
    988476509477
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMinor chip(s) in windscreen

  11. Pass66,781 miles (+9,924)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2020
    Odometer
    66,781 miles
    Test number
    544364798332
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn unevenly on inner edges & several minor cuts

  12. Pass56,857 miles (+10,560)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2019
    Odometer
    56,857 miles
    Test number
    617713840588
    • AdvisoryCut to offside front & offside rear outer tyre wall
    • AdvisoryFew minor chips in windscreen

  13. Pass46,297 miles (+12,048)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    46,297 miles
    Test number
    428869708190
    • AdvisoryEmissions not picked up by smoke tester
    • AdvisoryFew minor chips in windscreen
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arm rear bushes perished
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn low & cuts to offside front outer tyre wall
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays & side skirts fitted preventing full inspection

  14. Pass34,249 miles (+8,041)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    34,249 miles
    Test number
    760553533577
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn unevenly & heavily on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNail in Nearside front tyre tread

  15. Pass26,208 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    26,208 miles
    Test number
    796619815107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about VRV 1

What vehicle is registration VRV 1 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show VRV 1 on a black diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 11 May 2012. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does VRV 1 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on VRV 1 is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on VRV 1?
The MOT on VRV 1 is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has VRV 1 done?
VRV 1 was recorded at 113,572 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 7,997 miles a year.
Has VRV 1 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. VRV 1 has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on VRV 1 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 VRV 1 find?
VRV 1 passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: both rear tyres slightly worn out of shape.; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 3 more.

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