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Volkswagen Passat

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc

X743 DABMOT history

X743 DAB is a blue petrol Volkswagen Passat first used on 19 Jan 2001. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 100,549 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

X743 DAB blue Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Passat, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jan 2027
Mileage
100,549 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,621 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X743 DAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
19 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X743 DAB was last recorded at 100,549 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 5,729 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,820 miles · 20 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,729 miles
Average per year
4,621 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,549 miles
  • 2025 – 94,820 miles
  • 2024 – 89,591 miles
  • 2023 – 84,610 miles
  • 2022 – 79,377 miles
  • 2021 – 74,488 miles
  • 2020 – 69,752 miles
  • 2019 – 67,960 miles
  • 2018 – 63,390 miles
  • 2017 – 58,353 miles
  • 2015 – 54,689 miles
  • 2014 – 48,552 miles
  • 2013 – 43,575 miles
  • 2012 – 36,087 miles
  • 2011 – 29,154 miles
  • 2010 – 23,785 miles
  • 2009 – 17,992 miles
  • 2008 – 14,880 miles
  • 2007 – 12,670 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,549 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2026

Full MOT history

30 tests since 9 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,549 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    100,549 miles
    Test number
    605351210128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail100,548 miles (+5,728)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,548 miles
    Test number
    725010893485
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass94,820 miles (+2)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    94,820 miles
    Test number
    331187484177
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  4. Fail94,818 miles (+5,227)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,818 miles
    Test number
    776067329920
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush, rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Pass89,591 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    89,591 miles
    Test number
    792772305071
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail89,589 miles (+4,979)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,589 miles
    Test number
    837437063784
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass84,610 miles (+5,233)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    84,610 miles
    Test number
    445393025373
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass79,377 miles (+2)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    79,377 miles
    Test number
    687225215868
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Fail79,375 miles (+4,887)1 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,375 miles
    Test number
    151425889212
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass74,488 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    74,488 miles
    Test number
    798317600755

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail74,486 miles (+4,734)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,486 miles
    Test number
    210176981922
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass69,752 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    69,752 miles
    Test number
    238522698186
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Fail69,751 miles (+1,791)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,751 miles
    Test number
    204454541188
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass67,960 miles (+4,570)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2020
    Odometer
    67,960 miles
    Test number
    856495633487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass63,390 miles (+5,037)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    63,390 miles
    Test number
    862605076732
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)

  16. Pass58,353 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    58,353 miles
    Test number
    511754565957
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • 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)

  17. Fail58,351 miles (+3,662)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,351 miles
    Test number
    325300004399
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • 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)

  18. Pass54,689 miles (+60)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    54,689 miles
    Test number
    661536546493
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Fail54,629 miles (+6,077)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,629 miles
    Test number
    732837415358
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass48,552 miles (+4,977)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    48,552 miles
    Test number
    295323754350
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass43,575 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    43,575 miles
    Test number
    239952253321
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail43,558 miles (+7,471)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,558 miles
    Test number
    469311753476
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass36,087 miles (+6,933)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    36,087 miles
    Test number
    989304052341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass29,154 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    29,154 miles
    Test number
    667294251329
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  25. Fail29,154 miles (+5,369)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,154 miles
    Test number
    966863851310
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  26. Pass23,785 miles (+4,684)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    23,785 miles
    Test number
    720765650389
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  27. Pass19,101 miles (+1,109)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    19,101 miles
    Test number
    580089410058
    • NoteRear no. plate slightly deteriorated.

  28. Pass17,992 miles (+3,112)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    17,992 miles
    Test number
    380907709003
    • NoteFront blades poor

  29. Pass14,880 miles (+2,210)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    14,880 miles
    Test number
    243899308071
    • NoteRear registration plate poor condition
    • NoteRear tyres worn, nearside worst
    • NoteScreen scratched

  30. Pass12,670 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    12,670 miles
    Test number
    724609407092
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear number plate starting to deteriorate

Questions about X743 DAB

Does X743 DAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X743 DAB is valid until 21 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on X743 DAB?
The MOT on X743 DAB is valid until 21 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X743 DAB done?
X743 DAB was recorded at 100,549 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 4,621 miles a year.
Has X743 DAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X743 DAB has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on X743 DAB 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 X743 DAB find?
X743 DAB passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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