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Volkswagen Passat

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y896 AABMOT history

Y896 AAB is a green diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 13 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 14 Mar 2023 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 260,475 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Feb 2022.

Y896 AAB green Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Passat, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 14 Mar 2023
Mileage
260,475 mi
At MOT on 15 Feb 2022
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
11,259 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y896 AAB
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
13 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
15 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y896 AAB was last recorded at 260,475 miles on 15 Feb 2022, 7,390 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
253,085 miles · 15 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
7,390 miles
Average per year
11,259 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 260,475 miles
  • 2021 – 253,085 miles
  • 2020 – 245,678 miles
  • 2019 – 233,425 miles
  • 2018 – 221,847 miles
  • 2017 – 210,172 miles
  • 2016 – 195,647 miles
  • 2015 – 178,908 miles
  • 2014 – 164,039 miles
  • 2013 – 150,121 miles
  • 2012 – 136,698 miles
  • 2011 – 124,805 miles
  • 2010 – 121,389 miles
  • 2009 – 116,662 miles
  • 2008 – 107,522 miles
  • 2007 – 97,029 miles
  • 2006 – 86,430 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass260,475 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 1 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass260,475 miles (+7,390)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    260,475 miles
    Test number
    275426870441
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass253,085 miles (+7,407)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    253,085 miles
    Test number
    486286606729
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass245,678 miles (+12,253)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    245,678 miles
    Test number
    985589682727
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass233,425 miles (+11,578)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    233,425 miles
    Test number
    638113612443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass221,847 miles (+11,675)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    221,847 miles
    Test number
    544950341175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  6. Pass210,172 miles (+14,525)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    210,172 miles
    Test number
    119287924946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass195,647 miles (+16,739)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    195,647 miles
    Test number
    922741624119
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryAdvise engine drive belt plus tensioner noisy

  8. Pass178,908 miles (+14,869)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    178,908 miles
    Test number
    237687775040
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  9. Pass164,039 miles (+13,918)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    164,039 miles
    Test number
    878416574031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  10. Pass150,121 miles (+13,423)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    150,121 miles
    Test number
    348944083049
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass136,698 miles (+11,893)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    136,698 miles
    Test number
    588699972001
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Pass124,805 miles (+3,416)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    124,805 miles
    Test number
    866946901186
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edge

  13. Pass121,389 miles (+4,727)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    121,389 miles
    Test number
    524137210296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail116,662 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,662 miles
    Test number
    114056539215
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteSLIGHT WEAR ON BRAKE DISCS

  15. Pass116,662 miles (+9,140)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    116,662 miles
    Test number
    454006539284
    • NoteSLIGHT WEAR ON BRAKE DISCS

  16. Pass107,522 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    107,522 miles
    Test number
    204070548208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail107,522 miles (+10,493)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,522 miles
    Test number
    742450748283
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

  18. Fail97,029 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,029 miles
    Test number
    332104037290
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass97,029 miles (+10,599)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    97,029 miles
    Test number
    654074137232
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass86,430 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    86,430 miles
    Test number
    321774346470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y896 AAB

Does Y896 AAB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y896 AAB expired on 14 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y896 AAB?
The MOT on Y896 AAB expired on 14 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y896 AAB done?
Y896 AAB was recorded at 260,475 miles at its MOT on 15 Feb 2022, an average of 11,259 miles a year.
Has Y896 AAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y896 AAB has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2009.
Has the mileage on Y896 AAB 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 Y896 AAB find?
Y896 AAB passed its latest MOT on 15 Feb 2022 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside front nail in tyre; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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