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Volkswagen Passat

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y228 HRCMOT history

Y228 HRC is a blue diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 1 Aug 2001. Its MOT expired on 12 Jan 2023 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 146,625 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2022.

Y228 HRC blue Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Passat, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Jan 2023
Mileage
146,625 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2022
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,929 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y228 HRC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y228 HRC was last recorded at 146,625 miles on 13 Jan 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,625 miles · 12 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,929 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 146,625 miles
  • 2021 – 141,375 miles
  • 2019 – 138,465 miles
  • 2018 – 132,994 miles
  • 2017 – 125,444 miles
  • 2016 – 118,184 miles
  • 2015 – 108,756 miles
  • 2014 – 98,856 miles
  • 2012 – 98,832 miles
  • 2011 – 94,897 miles
  • 2010 – 90,694 miles
  • 2009 – 86,358 miles
  • 2008 – 79,488 miles
  • 2007 – 75,233 miles
  • 2006 – 70,291 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,625 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S and O/S. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on both edges, 4mm @centre of tread. 195/65R15 91H. (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S and O/S. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on both edges, 4.9mm @centre of tread. 195/65R15 91H.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inc flexi

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65/15

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inc flexi

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,625 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    146,625 miles
    Test number
    692722177188
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S and O/S. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on both edges, 4mm @centre of tread. 195/65R15 91H. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S and O/S. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail146,625 miles (+5,250)3 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,625 miles
    Test number
    167805606458
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Stop lamps turn on with position lamps. (4.3.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S and O/S. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on both edges, 4mm @centre of tread. 195/65R15 91H. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S and O/S. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass141,375 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    141,375 miles
    Test number
    272118206232
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S and O/S. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on both edges, 4.9mm @centre of tread. 195/65R15 91H. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S and O/S. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail141,375 miles (+2,910)1 dangerous4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,375 miles
    Test number
    599428930423
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/65R15 91H. (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S and O/S. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on both edges, 4.9mm @centre of tread. 195/65R15 91H. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S and O/S. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass138,465 miles (+5,471)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    138,465 miles
    Test number
    561471039271
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge, 5.65mm @centre of tread. 195/65R15 91H. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on both edges, 3.3mm @centre of tread. 195/65R15 91H. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass132,994 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    132,994 miles
    Test number
    848495156639
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inc flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inc flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper in poor condition

  7. Fail132,993 miles (+7,549)1 dangerous7 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,993 miles
    Test number
    515085526977
    • DangerousNearside Front 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorUndertray insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inc flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inc flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper in poor condition

  8. Pass125,444 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    125,444 miles
    Test number
    242773114724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail125,444 miles (+7,260)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,444 miles
    Test number
    564471311527
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

  10. Pass118,184 miles (+9,428)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    118,184 miles
    Test number
    760706413181
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass108,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    108,756 miles
    Test number
    702672745446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail108,756 miles (+9,900)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,756 miles
    Test number
    391816216085
    • 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)

  13. Pass98,856 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    98,856 miles
    Test number
    186756274242
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Fail98,843 miles (+11)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,843 miles
    Test number
    666024174260
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished/cracked

  15. Pass98,832 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    98,832 miles
    Test number
    316806652373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail98,787 miles (+3,890)3 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,787 miles
    Test number
    846295502308
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • NoteFront head light misty
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perishing
    • NoteOil light staying on customer has (ok) to carry on
    • NoteWheel trims fittewd wheel nuts not checked

  17. Pass94,897 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    94,897 miles
    Test number
    247628691274
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Fail94,897 miles (+4,203)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,897 miles
    Test number
    506717891240
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Pass90,694 miles (+4,336)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    90,694 miles
    Test number
    484361000378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass86,358 miles (+6,870)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    86,358 miles
    Test number
    891480109387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass79,488 miles (+4,255)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    79,488 miles
    Test number
    711848998133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass75,233 miles (+4,942)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    75,233 miles
    Test number
    601773887171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass70,291 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    70,291 miles
    Test number
    290490906238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y228 HRC

Does Y228 HRC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y228 HRC expired on 12 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y228 HRC?
The MOT on Y228 HRC expired on 12 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y228 HRC done?
Y228 HRC was recorded at 146,625 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2022, an average of 4,929 miles a year.
Has Y228 HRC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y228 HRC has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on Y228 HRC 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 Y228 HRC find?
Y228 HRC passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2022 with 12 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s.; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges, 4mm @centre of tread. 195/65r15 91h., and 9 more.

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