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Volkswagen Passat

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y246 BHOMOT history

Y246 BHO is a green diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 6 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 22 Sept 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 197,085 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2025.

Y246 BHO green Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Sept 2026
Mileage
197,085 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,268 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y246 BHO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
6 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y246 BHO was last recorded at 197,085 miles on 22 Sept 2025, 1,760 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
195,325 miles · 23 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
1,760 miles
Average per year
6,268 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 197,085 miles
  • 2024 – 195,325 miles
  • 2023 – 193,286 miles
  • 2022 – 190,196 miles
  • 2021 – 188,143 miles
  • 2020 – 186,538 miles
  • 2019 – 184,861 miles
  • 2018 – 181,784 miles
  • 2017 – 177,267 miles
  • 2016 – 172,477 miles
  • 2015 – 158,562 miles
  • 2014 – 148,098 miles
  • 2013 – 139,702 miles
  • 2012 – 130,246 miles
  • 2011 – 119,897 miles
  • 2010 – 108,945 miles
  • 2009 – 98,682 miles
  • 2008 – 88,032 miles
  • 2007 – 77,565 miles
  • 2006 – 77,346 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass197,085 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

25 tests since 16 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass197,085 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    197,085 miles
    Test number
    140122002929
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail197,082 miles (+1,757)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,082 miles
    Test number
    491544778889
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass195,325 miles (+2,039)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    195,325 miles
    Test number
    295593557316
    • AdvisoryRear brakes binding slightly with low park brake effort

  4. Pass193,286 miles (+3,090)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    193,286 miles
    Test number
    645694249425
    • AdvisoryExhaust emissions level only just achieved
    • AdvisoryNear side mirror damaged ,car registered before 2010

  5. Pass190,196 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    190,196 miles
    Test number
    974899731016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge almost to cord on outer tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge almost to cord on outer tread (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail190,196 miles (+2,053)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,196 miles
    Test number
    836814604457
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge almost to cord on outer tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge almost to cord on outer tread (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass188,143 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    188,143 miles
    Test number
    307210595611
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre section and joiner corroded
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to under side on body welded seams around rear sections

  8. Fail188,142 miles (+1,604)1 dangerous9 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,142 miles
    Test number
    101074814068
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail Brake hose flexi split, not currently leaking (1.1.12 (a))
    • MajorFront Steering locking device ineffective Track rod lock nut not fitted correctly, resulting in play (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn Bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn Has visible play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective Lens affecting beam pattern, needs cleaning/replacing (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush Bush in lower arm starting to separate (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded Both rear flexis to main brake lines (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Weathered, weeping in one place (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust clamps corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust system centre silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Corrosion on connecting ferrule
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Weathered in between treads/DOT 2014 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Ends beginning to corrode (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All suspension arm bushes top/bottom showing signs of wear/splitting. No excess play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass186,538 miles (+1,677)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    186,538 miles
    Test number
    326956563748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass184,861 miles (+3,077)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    184,861 miles
    Test number
    851739750515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass181,784 miles (+4,517)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    181,784 miles
    Test number
    387529464242
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass177,267 miles (+4,790)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    177,267 miles
    Test number
    483660803985
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres on legal limit

  13. Pass172,477 miles (+13,915)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    172,477 miles
    Test number
    212371775959
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON LIMIT!!!!!! (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass158,562 miles (+10,464)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    158,562 miles
    Test number
    766639965119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass148,098 miles (+8,396)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    148,098 miles
    Test number
    218893464166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass139,702 miles (+9,456)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    139,702 miles
    Test number
    129434163140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass130,246 miles (+10,349)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    130,246 miles
    Test number
    936629052167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass119,897 miles (+10,952)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    119,897 miles
    Test number
    249044261143
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s headlamp lens discolouring

  19. Pass108,945 miles (+10,263)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    108,945 miles
    Test number
    164502260176
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  20. Pass98,682 miles (+10,650)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    98,682 miles
    Test number
    452206279148
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass88,032 miles (+194)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    88,032 miles
    Test number
    284330878191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail87,838 miles (+10,273)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,838 miles
    Test number
    324064068164
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Fail77,565 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,565 miles
    Test number
    462630277124
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  24. Pass77,565 miles (+219)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    77,565 miles
    Test number
    714620477194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass77,346 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    77,346 miles
    Test number
    220548826265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y246 BHO

Does Y246 BHO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y246 BHO expired on 22 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y246 BHO?
The MOT on Y246 BHO expired on 22 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y246 BHO done?
Y246 BHO was recorded at 197,085 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2025, an average of 6,268 miles a year.
Has Y246 BHO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y246 BHO has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on Y246 BHO 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 Y246 BHO find?
Y246 BHO passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; nearside front upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 1 more.

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