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Volkswagen Passat

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

Y288 AOAMOT history

Y288 AOA is a blue petrol Volkswagen Passat first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 12 Mar 2025 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 210,220 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2024.

Y288 AOA 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 Mar 2025
Mileage
210,220 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2024
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,648 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y288 AOA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y288 AOA was last recorded at 210,220 miles on 13 Mar 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
210,220 miles · 7 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,648 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 210,220 miles
  • 2023 – 209,608 miles
  • 2022 – 207,032 miles
  • 2020 – 205,134 miles
  • 2019 – 201,566 miles
  • 2018 – 192,657 miles
  • 2017 – 186,115 miles
  • 2016 – 177,740 miles
  • 2015 – 168,881 miles
  • 2014 – 159,724 miles
  • 2013 – 146,175 miles
  • 2012 – 133,618 miles
  • 2011 – 117,674 miles
  • 2010 – 105,176 miles
  • 2009 – 92,552 miles
  • 2008 – 83,065 miles
  • 2007 – 73,890 miles
  • 2005 – 69,491 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass210,220 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 18 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass210,220 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    210,220 miles
    Test number
    381960688128
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail210,220 miles (+612)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,220 miles
    Test number
    229142271505
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass209,608 miles (+2,576)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    209,608 miles
    Test number
    535250290689
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass207,032 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    207,032 miles
    Test number
    966399622215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail207,032 miles (+1,898)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,032 miles
    Test number
    520360816009
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass205,134 miles (+3,568)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    205,134 miles
    Test number
    288924772364
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on yellow
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output n/s o/s (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s rear light as tap on lens

  7. Pass201,566 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    201,566 miles
    Test number
    356658619694
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  8. Fail201,566 miles (+8,909)2 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,566 miles
    Test number
    473533881415
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass192,657 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    192,657 miles
    Test number
    406010182211
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Fail192,656 miles (+6,541)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,656 miles
    Test number
    267679233797
    • FailureNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass186,115 miles (+71)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    186,115 miles
    Test number
    397695183544
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel rim damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps in poor condition
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres bald on the edges and nearly through to the cords

  12. Fail186,044 miles (+8,304)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,044 miles
    Test number
    923873771683
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel rim damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps in poor condition
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres bald on the edges and nearly through to the cords

  13. Pass177,740 miles (+8,859)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    177,740 miles
    Test number
    730274509474
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake binding slighty
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass168,881 miles (+9,157)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    168,881 miles
    Test number
    225399825054
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Fail159,724 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,724 miles
    Test number
    245618554053
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass159,724 miles (+13,549)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    159,724 miles
    Test number
    545508554070
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass146,175 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    146,175 miles
    Test number
    296546943037
    • 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)
    • NoteChilde seats fitted
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail146,175 miles (+12,557)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,175 miles
    Test number
    629954143027
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)
    • NoteChilde seats fitted
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass133,618 miles (+15,944)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    133,618 miles
    Test number
    428172722193
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass117,674 miles (+560)6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    117,674 miles
    Test number
    397036611187
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNumber plate lights slightly dim
    • NoteWipers smeary

  21. Fail117,114 miles (+11,938)3 failures6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,114 miles
    Test number
    807664101115
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNumber plate lights slightly dim
    • NoteWipers smeary

  22. Pass105,176 miles (+63)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2011
    Odometer
    105,176 miles
    Test number
    743181130196
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Fail105,113 miles (+12,561)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,113 miles
    Test number
    484700430154
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass92,552 miles (+9,487)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    92,552 miles
    Test number
    962057559059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass83,065 miles (+9,175)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    83,065 miles
    Test number
    402484048064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass73,890 miles (+4,399)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    73,890 miles
    Test number
    792444267030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass69,491 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    69,491 miles
    Test number
    302791795412
    • NoteOFFSIDE WIPER BLADE SLIGHTLY SMEARY

Questions about Y288 AOA

Does Y288 AOA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y288 AOA expired on 12 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y288 AOA?
The MOT on Y288 AOA expired on 12 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y288 AOA done?
Y288 AOA was recorded at 210,220 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2024, an average of 7,648 miles a year.
Has Y288 AOA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y288 AOA has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on Y288 AOA 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 Y288 AOA find?
Y288 AOA passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2024 with 2 advisories: offside rear road wheel slightly distorted; oil leak, but not excessive.

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