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Volkswagen Passat

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

Y878 UGWMOT history

Y878 UGW is a green petrol Volkswagen Passat first used on 6 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 9 Mar 2024 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 147,661 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Feb 2023.

Y878 UGW green Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Passat, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 9 Mar 2024
Mileage
147,661 mi
At MOT on 14 Feb 2023
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,038 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y878 UGW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
6 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
14 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y878 UGW was last recorded at 147,661 miles on 14 Feb 2023, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,658 miles · 11 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
6,038 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 147,661 miles
  • 2022 – 134,830 miles
  • 2021 – 124,878 miles
  • 2020 – 118,575 miles
  • 2019 – 114,931 miles
  • 2018 – 111,503 miles
  • 2017 – 104,217 miles
  • 2016 – 95,024 miles
  • 2015 – 90,387 miles
  • 2014 – 86,239 miles
  • 2013 – 82,410 miles
  • 2012 – 78,799 miles
  • 2011 – 74,083 miles
  • 2010 – 69,095 miles
  • 2009 – 63,824 miles
  • 2008 – 58,574 miles
  • 2007 – 53,172 miles
  • 2006 – 47,208 miles
  • 2005 – 40,847 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,661 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryMil lamp illuminated on dashRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • E M L ON

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 7 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,661 miles (+3)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    147,661 miles
    Test number
    741399758678
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMil lamp illuminated on dash

  2. Fail147,658 miles (+12,828)1 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,658 miles
    Test number
    245196122615
    • DangerousSteering rack insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMil lamp illuminated on dash

  3. Pass134,830 miles (+3)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    134,830 miles
    Test number
    840758029478
    • AdvisoryE M L ON
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement on n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Tyre's worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail134,827 miles (+9,949)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,827 miles
    Test number
    174124109083
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryE M L ON
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement on n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Tyre's worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass124,878 miles (+6,303)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    124,878 miles
    Test number
    309970593508
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryWashers frozen

  6. Pass118,575 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    118,575 miles
    Test number
    227360519256
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail118,568 miles (+3,637)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,568 miles
    Test number
    733558478314
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass114,931 miles (+12)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    114,931 miles
    Test number
    123974205803
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre out of shape

  9. Fail114,919 miles (+3,416)4 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,919 miles
    Test number
    265374342468
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre out of shape

  10. Pass111,503 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    111,503 miles
    Test number
    455935313284
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp beam images poor
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  11. Fail111,503 miles (+7,286)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,503 miles
    Test number
    670783746233
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp beam images poor
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  12. Pass104,217 miles (+2)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    104,217 miles
    Test number
    935649911496
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre has a cut in sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Fail104,215 miles (+9,191)2 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,215 miles
    Test number
    979167515141
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre has a cut in sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass95,024 miles (+82)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    95,024 miles
    Test number
    792975900169
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers / Under trays fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail94,942 miles (+4,555)5 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,942 miles
    Test number
    438378747463
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers / Under trays fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass90,387 miles (+4,148)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2016
    Odometer
    90,387 miles
    Test number
    227391525484
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront wiper blades perished

  17. Fail86,239 miles1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,239 miles
    Test number
    139454414191
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteBoth headlamps deteriorated
    • NoteBoth number plates deteriorated

  18. Pass86,239 miles (+3,829)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2015
    Odometer
    86,239 miles
    Test number
    445664614176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteBoth headlamps deteriorated
    • NoteBoth number plates deteriorated

  19. Pass82,410 miles (+3,611)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2014
    Odometer
    82,410 miles
    Test number
    237043423112
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteHeadlamps deteriorated
    • NoteRear number plate starting to deteriorate

  20. Pass78,799 miles (+1)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2013
    Odometer
    78,799 miles
    Test number
    935596212130
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteBoth headlamps deteriorated, with slightly reduced beam
    • NoteDiffercult to fully view front brake pads for condition (inner)
    • NoteFront brake discs showing pitting

  21. Fail78,798 miles (+4,715)1 failure5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,798 miles
    Test number
    167925912156
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteBoth headlamps deteriorated, with slightly reduced beam
    • NoteDiffercult to fully view front brake pads for condition (inner)
    • NoteFront brake discs showing pitting

  22. Pass74,083 miles (+4,988)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    74,083 miles
    Test number
    766963421167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass69,095 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2011
    Odometer
    69,095 miles
    Test number
    741454220164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail69,095 miles (+5,271)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,095 miles
    Test number
    301954720135
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass63,824 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2010
    Odometer
    63,824 miles
    Test number
    604405029130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail63,824 miles (+5,250)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,824 miles
    Test number
    813895929163
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass58,574 miles (+5,402)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    58,574 miles
    Test number
    404032348130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass53,172 miles (+5,964)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    53,172 miles
    Test number
    370426757168
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  29. Pass47,208 miles (+6,361)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    47,208 miles
    Test number
    521356456100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass40,847 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    40,847 miles
    Test number
    973078055190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y878 UGW

Does Y878 UGW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y878 UGW expired on 9 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y878 UGW?
The MOT on Y878 UGW expired on 9 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y878 UGW done?
Y878 UGW was recorded at 147,661 miles at its MOT on 14 Feb 2023, an average of 6,038 miles a year.
Has Y878 UGW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y878 UGW has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on Y878 UGW 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 Y878 UGW find?
Y878 UGW passed its latest MOT on 14 Feb 2023 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; mil lamp illuminated on dash.

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