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Volkswagen Passat

Beige · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc

Y208 JSGMOT history

Y208 JSG is a beige petrol Volkswagen Passat first used on 13 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 14 Aug 2024 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 90,155 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2023.

Y208 JSG beige Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Aug 2024
Mileage
90,155 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2023
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,226 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y208 JSG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
13 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y208 JSG was last recorded at 90,155 miles on 7 Aug 2023, 859 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Aug 2016: 74,514 miles, lower than 74,573 miles on 4 Aug 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
89,296 miles · 4 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
859 miles
Average per year
3,226 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 90,155 miles
  • 2022 – 89,296 miles
  • 2021 – 88,164 miles
  • 2020 – 86,926 miles
  • 2019 – 84,709 miles
  • 2018 – 81,689 miles
  • 2017 – 78,280 miles
  • 2016 – 74,514 miles
  • 2015 – 70,445 miles
  • 2014 – 66,104 miles
  • 2013 – 61,708 miles
  • 2012 – 57,674 miles
  • 2011 – 54,357 miles
  • 2010 – 51,512 miles
  • 2009 – 48,816 miles
  • 2008 – 44,355 miles
  • 2007 – 40,057 miles
  • 2006 – 35,080 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,155 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside front. (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 11 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,155 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    90,155 miles
    Test number
    645952450789
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail90,154 miles (+858)1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,154 miles
    Test number
    390393000977
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass89,296 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    89,296 miles
    Test number
    620059038540
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail89,295 miles (+1,131)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,295 miles
    Test number
    721523410762
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass88,164 miles (+1,238)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    88,164 miles
    Test number
    411819444846
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexible joint deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass86,926 miles (+2,217)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    86,926 miles
    Test number
    527548529997
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front brake disc inner surfaces light corrosion. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass84,709 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    84,709 miles
    Test number
    455632195017
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rears. fronts. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively nearside and offside front. (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Fail84,709 miles (+3,020)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,709 miles
    Test number
    677725125594
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rears. fronts. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively nearside and offside front. (1.2.1 (e))

  9. Pass81,689 miles (+3,409)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    81,689 miles
    Test number
    820485769355
    • MinorBrake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside front. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass78,280 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    78,280 miles
    Test number
    329084053132
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside front. (3.5.1i)

  11. Fail78,280 miles (+3,766)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,280 miles
    Test number
    902930144318
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect nearside and offside headlamps deteriorated. (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside front. (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass74,514 miles (-59)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    74,514 miles
    Test number
    718252357927
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside front. (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside heads lamps deteriorating starting to effect light out put.

  13. Fail74,573 miles (+4,128)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,573 miles
    Test number
    669930425554
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer 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 Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside front. (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside heads lamps deteriorating starting to effect light out put.

  14. Pass70,445 miles (+4,341)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    70,445 miles
    Test number
    418557915201
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass66,104 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    66,104 miles
    Test number
    218747914265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  16. Fail66,104 miles (+4,396)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,104 miles
    Test number
    887197214216
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  17. Pass61,708 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    61,708 miles
    Test number
    325027313439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail61,708 miles (+4,034)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,708 miles
    Test number
    736257913258
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass57,674 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    57,674 miles
    Test number
    327202412456
    • NoteVehicle presented with engine managment fault warning light on.

  20. Fail57,674 miles (+3,317)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,674 miles
    Test number
    658192112278
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteVehicle presented with engine managment fault warning light on.

  21. Pass54,357 miles (+2,845)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    54,357 miles
    Test number
    965888411284
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail51,512 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,512 miles
    Test number
    274129710278
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  23. Pass51,512 miles (+2,696)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    51,512 miles
    Test number
    764159810292
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  24. Pass48,816 miles (+4,461)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    48,816 miles
    Test number
    441467929264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass44,355 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    44,355 miles
    Test number
    354718018234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail44,351 miles (+4,294)7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,351 miles
    Test number
    182758018255
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • NoteWarning lights on dash oil leak at rear engine

  27. Pass40,057 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    40,057 miles
    Test number
    324792917293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre shoulder splitting
    • NoteOffside rear tyre tread splitting

  28. Fail40,057 miles (+4,977)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,057 miles
    Test number
    691402317218
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre shoulder splitting
    • NoteOffside rear tyre tread splitting

  29. Pass35,080 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    35,080 miles
    Test number
    192652096105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail35,080 miles1 failure2 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,080 miles
    Test number
    530972096113
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • NoteAdvise( both rear mud flaps insecure)
    • NoteAdvise( front & rear brake discs & pads beginning to wear and pitt)
    • NoteAdvise( mid & rear sections of exhaust beginning to corrode)
    • NoteAdvise( slight oil leaks from engine area)

Questions about Y208 JSG

Does Y208 JSG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y208 JSG expired on 14 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y208 JSG?
The MOT on Y208 JSG expired on 14 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y208 JSG done?
Y208 JSG was recorded at 90,155 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2023, an average of 3,226 miles a year.
Has Y208 JSG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y208 JSG has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on Y208 JSG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Aug 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y208 JSG find?
Y208 JSG passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2023 with 9 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 6 more.

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