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Volkswagen Passat

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 1,896 cc

X79 OFCMOT history

X79 OFC is a blue diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 1 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 4 Dec 2023 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 287,761 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Nov 2022.

X79 OFC blue Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Passat, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 4 Dec 2023
Mileage
287,761 mi
At MOT on 10 Nov 2022
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
11,728 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X79 OFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
10 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

X79 OFC was last recorded at 287,761 miles on 10 Nov 2022, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
287,751 miles · 8 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
11,728 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 287,761 miles
  • 2021 – 276,092 miles
  • 2020 – 268,510 miles
  • 2019 – 259,954 miles
  • 2018 – 249,859 miles
  • 2017 – 240,138 miles
  • 2016 – 231,041 miles
  • 2015 – 224,508 miles
  • 2014 – 215,040 miles
  • 2013 – 205,151 miles
  • 2012 – 194,514 miles
  • 2011 – 184,107 miles
  • 2010 – 166,692 miles
  • 2009 – 154,770 miles
  • 2008 – 140,976 miles
  • 2007 – 118,714 miles
  • 2006 – 100,120 miles
  • 2005 – 86,179 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass287,761 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive at gearbox

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside rear tyre is perished and is worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Slight weap on the offside front outer c.v gaitor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

28 tests since 2 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass287,761 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    287,761 miles
    Test number
    601758964091
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail287,751 miles (+11,659)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    287,751 miles
    Test number
    166869737867
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • 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))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass276,092 miles (+7,582)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    276,092 miles
    Test number
    313376903584
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective at rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wiper blade slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and plastic under trays fitted

  4. Pass268,510 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    268,510 miles
    Test number
    116507242149
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Fail268,500 miles (+8,546)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    268,500 miles
    Test number
    767355978195
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at legal limit and worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass259,954 miles (+10,095)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    259,954 miles
    Test number
    773749323191
    • AdvisorySlight play in the offside front track rod end

  7. Pass249,859 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    249,859 miles
    Test number
    964235347900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail249,859 miles (+9,721)1 dangerous2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    249,859 miles
    Test number
    919067956817
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass240,138 miles (+9,097)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    240,138 miles
    Test number
    443343524257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass231,041 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    231,041 miles
    Test number
    981771839913
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged
    • AdvisoryPoor pattern on offside front headlight

  11. Fail231,041 miles (+6,533)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,041 miles
    Test number
    338261057353
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged
    • AdvisoryPoor pattern on offside front headlight

  12. Pass224,508 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    224,508 miles
    Test number
    890316118173
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre is perished and is worn close to the legal limit
    • AdvisorySlight weap on the offside front outer c.v gaitor

  13. Fail224,508 miles (+9,468)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,508 miles
    Test number
    389180730078
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre is perished and is worn close to the legal limit
    • AdvisorySlight weap on the offside front outer c.v gaitor

  14. Pass215,040 miles (+9,889)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    215,040 miles
    Test number
    456062734315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass205,151 miles (+10,637)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    205,151 miles
    Test number
    707954833381
    • NoteBoth front tyres are approaching the wear bars
    • NoteNearside rear tyre is worn thin on the outside edge
    • NoteOffside front headlight crazed

  16. Pass194,514 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    194,514 miles
    Test number
    915139432335
    • NoteRear discs and pads getting abit thin

  17. Fail194,514 miles (+10,407)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,514 miles
    Test number
    836039932333
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear discs and pads getting abit thin

  18. Fail184,107 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,107 miles
    Test number
    598466931364
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass184,107 miles (+17,415)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    184,107 miles
    Test number
    819366631322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass166,692 miles (+11,922)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    166,692 miles
    Test number
    751909300341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail154,770 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,770 miles
    Test number
    172645939398
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on the outside edge
    • NoteSlight play in the nearside front front lower arm

  22. Pass154,770 miles (+13,794)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    154,770 miles
    Test number
    320645539371
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on the outside edge
    • NoteSlight play in the nearside front front lower arm

  23. Pass140,976 miles (+5,644)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    140,976 miles
    Test number
    512390848305
    • NoteBoth rear tyres on the wear bars

  24. Pass135,332 miles (+16,618)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    135,332 miles
    Test number
    591292748212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass118,714 miles (+18,594)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    118,714 miles
    Test number
    292504247225
    • NoteNearside rear tyre is on the wear bars

  26. Pass100,120 miles (+13,941)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    100,120 miles
    Test number
    520173046233
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  27. Pass86,179 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    86,179 miles
    Test number
    320225745260
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Fail86,179 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,179 miles
    Test number
    602265945234
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour (1.7.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about X79 OFC

Does X79 OFC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X79 OFC expired on 4 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X79 OFC?
The MOT on X79 OFC expired on 4 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X79 OFC done?
X79 OFC was recorded at 287,761 miles at its MOT on 10 Nov 2022, an average of 11,728 miles a year.
Has X79 OFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X79 OFC has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on X79 OFC 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 X79 OFC find?
X79 OFC passed its latest MOT on 10 Nov 2022 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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