
Volkswagen Passat
Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc
Y5 BEHMOT history
Y5 BEH is a silver diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 17 Oct 2008. Its MOT is valid until 13 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 212,190 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 13 Aug 2027
- Mileage
- 212,190 mi
- At MOT on 14 Aug 2026
- MOT tests
- 27
- 16 passed · 11 failed
- Per year
- 11,957 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- Y5 BEH
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Passat
- Colour
- Silver
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,968 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2008
- First used
- 17 Oct 2008
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 14 Aug 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
Y5 BEH was last recorded at 212,190 miles on 14 Aug 2026, 189 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 212,001 miles · 31 Jul 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 189 miles
- Average per year
- 11,957 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 212,190 miles
- 2025 – 199,414 miles
- 2024 – 186,015 miles
- 2023 – 172,481 miles
- 2022 – 159,696 miles
- 2021 – 146,420 miles
- 2020 – 135,551 miles
- 2019 – 123,101 miles
- 2018 – 109,554 miles
- 2017 – 95,015 miles
- 2016 – 80,641 miles
- 2015 – 74,048 miles
- 2014 – 61,927 miles
- 2013 – 50,183 miles
- 2012 – 38,091 miles
- 2011 – 35,874 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2022
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 Coil spring corroded
Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2024
Offside Rear Coil spring corroded
Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2024
Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm
Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024
Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TRAILING ARM
Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024
Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022
Full MOT history
27 tests since 15 Nov 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass212,190 miles (+189)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Aug 2027
- Odometer
- 212,190 miles
- Test number
- 921999402618
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail212,001 miles (+12,587)2 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 212,001 miles
- Test number
- 701773356245
- MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass199,414 miles (+13,399)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Aug 2026
- Odometer
- 199,414 miles
- Test number
- 942370987926
- AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Pass186,015 miles (+2)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Aug 2025
- Odometer
- 186,015 miles
- Test number
- 795571783228
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TRAILING ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail186,013 miles (+50)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 186,013 miles
- Test number
- 748443432021
- DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TRAILING ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail185,963 miles (+13,482)2 major2 minor13 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 185,963 miles
- Test number
- 381324887710
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
- MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass172,481 miles1 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Mar 2024
- Odometer
- 172,481 miles
- Test number
- 830239154324
- MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear suspension bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear arm front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust corroded
- AdvisoryReverse light not working
Fail172,481 miles (+12,785)2 major1 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 172,481 miles
- Test number
- 200168867921
- MajorNearside Side repeater not working plus damaged (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear suspension bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear arm front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust corroded
- AdvisoryReverse light not working
Pass159,696 miles2 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Mar 2023
- Odometer
- 159,696 miles
- Test number
- 623099539208
- MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryAll rear suspension arm bushes deteriorating
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail159,696 miles (+13,276)1 major2 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 159,696 miles
- Test number
- 319012647948
- MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryAll rear suspension arm bushes deteriorating
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass146,420 miles (+10,869)13 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Mar 2022
- Odometer
- 146,420 miles
- Test number
- 947475110107
- AdvisoryAll rear suspension arm bushes deteriorated
- AdvisoryFront ball joint boots slightly deteriorated
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm, stepped inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm, stepped inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear subframe corroded
Pass135,551 miles7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Mar 2021
- Odometer
- 135,551 miles
- Test number
- 737359506429
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail135,551 miles (+12,450)3 major7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 135,551 miles
- Test number
- 458771667993
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorRear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass123,101 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Mar 2020
- Odometer
- 123,101 miles
- Test number
- 844929145723
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Fail123,101 miles (+13,547)3 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 123,101 miles
- Test number
- 400136663625
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass109,554 miles
- MOT expiry
- 13 Mar 2019
- Odometer
- 109,554 miles
- Test number
- 579928930671
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail109,554 miles (+14,539)1 failure1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 109,554 miles
- Test number
- 399781674235
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass95,015 miles (+2,000)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Mar 2018
- Odometer
- 95,015 miles
- Test number
- 327811275309
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail93,015 miles (+12,374)2 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 93,015 miles
- Test number
- 794139033904
- FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
- FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass80,641 miles (+6,593)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Mar 2017
- Odometer
- 80,641 miles
- Test number
- 983623615377
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass74,048 miles2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jul 2016
- Odometer
- 74,048 miles
- Test number
- 789335875135
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Fail74,048 miles (+12,121)2 dangerous2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 74,048 miles
- Test number
- 207925175406
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Pass61,927 miles (+11,744)
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jul 2015
- Odometer
- 61,927 miles
- Test number
- 836974984194
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass50,183 miles (+12,092)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jun 2014
- Odometer
- 50,183 miles
- Test number
- 337065573106
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass38,091 miles
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jun 2013
- Odometer
- 38,091 miles
- Test number
- 557312572124
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail38,091 miles (+2,217)2 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 38,091 miles
- Test number
- 758302972137
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Pass35,874 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 14 Nov 2012
- Odometer
- 35,874 miles
- Test number
- 437179011377
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Questions about Y5 BEH
- Does Y5 BEH currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y5 BEH is valid until 13 Aug 2027.
- When is the MOT due on Y5 BEH?
- The MOT on Y5 BEH is valid until 13 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has Y5 BEH done?
- Y5 BEH was recorded at 212,190 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2026, an average of 11,957 miles a year.
- Has Y5 BEH ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. Y5 BEH has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2026.
- Has the mileage on Y5 BEH 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 Y5 BEH find?
- Y5 BEH passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush; offside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 2 more.
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