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Volkswagen Passat

Green · Petrol · 2000 · 1,798 cc

W562 GFCMOT history

W562 GFC is a green petrol Volkswagen Passat first used on 10 Jul 2000. Its MOT expired on 9 Jan 2024 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 154,798 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jan 2023.

W562 GFC green Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Passat, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 9 Jan 2024
Mileage
154,798 mi
At MOT on 10 Jan 2023
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,557 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W562 GFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
10 Jul 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
10 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

W562 GFC was last recorded at 154,798 miles on 10 Jan 2023, 44 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,754 miles · 5 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
44 miles
Average per year
6,557 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 154,798 miles
  • 2021 – 146,095 miles
  • 2020 – 141,249 miles
  • 2019 – 137,506 miles
  • 2018 – 131,559 miles
  • 2017 – 125,867 miles
  • 2016 – 119,298 miles
  • 2015 – 115,172 miles
  • 2014 – 110,654 miles
  • 2013 – 107,018 miles
  • 2012 – 103,430 miles
  • 2011 – 100,059 miles
  • 2010 – 93,745 miles
  • 2009 – 85,877 miles
  • 2008 – 72,507 miles
  • 2007 – 60,255 miles
  • 2006 – 49,825 miles
  • 2005 – 39,709 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,798 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Front Arm Outer Ball Joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 22 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,798 miles (+44)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    154,798 miles
    Test number
    596692619599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail154,754 miles (+8,659)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,754 miles
    Test number
    415609677836
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass146,095 miles (+4,846)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    146,095 miles
    Test number
    313911897781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass141,249 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    141,249 miles
    Test number
    468576060419
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Front Arm Outer Ball Joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail141,246 miles (+3,619)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,246 miles
    Test number
    272000138160
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Front Arm Outer Ball Joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass137,627 miles (+121)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    137,627 miles
    Test number
    315786662596
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Fail137,506 miles (+5,947)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,506 miles
    Test number
    168775874249
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass131,559 miles (+5,692)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    131,559 miles
    Test number
    355876938529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass125,867 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    125,867 miles
    Test number
    360271824953
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail125,867 miles (+6,569)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,867 miles
    Test number
    993130450213
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass119,298 miles (+4,126)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    119,298 miles
    Test number
    795662675720

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass115,172 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    115,172 miles
    Test number
    297880275464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail115,172 miles (+4,518)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,172 miles
    Test number
    426650775109
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass110,654 miles (+3,636)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    110,654 miles
    Test number
    305242764157
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass107,018 miles (+25)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    107,018 miles
    Test number
    855927753106
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBrake Pad Warning Ligth on Indicating a fault?
    • NoteVery bad engine oil leak

  16. Fail106,993 miles (+3,563)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,993 miles
    Test number
    226361653433
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBrake Pad Warning Ligth on Indicating a fault?

  17. Fail103,430 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,430 miles
    Test number
    395810852199
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass103,430 miles (+3,371)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    103,430 miles
    Test number
    407570852198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass100,059 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    100,059 miles
    Test number
    277521371447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail100,059 miles (+6,314)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,059 miles
    Test number
    308601371102
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  21. Pass93,745 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    93,745 miles
    Test number
    192117290033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail93,735 miles (+7,858)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,735 miles
    Test number
    430515480031
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass85,877 miles (+13,370)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    85,877 miles
    Test number
    162108269126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass72,507 miles (+12,252)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    72,507 miles
    Test number
    842739468195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass60,255 miles (+10,430)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    60,255 miles
    Test number
    670736467178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail49,825 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,825 miles
    Test number
    252611176108
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

  27. Pass49,825 miles (+10,116)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    49,825 miles
    Test number
    812481576103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass39,709 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    39,709 miles
    Test number
    241033675476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W562 GFC

Does W562 GFC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on W562 GFC expired on 9 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on W562 GFC?
The MOT on W562 GFC expired on 9 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has W562 GFC done?
W562 GFC was recorded at 154,798 miles at its MOT on 10 Jan 2023, an average of 6,557 miles a year.
Has W562 GFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W562 GFC has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on W562 GFC 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 W562 GFC find?
W562 GFC passed its latest MOT on 10 Jan 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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