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Volkswagen Passat

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y896 DBWMOT history

Y896 DBW is a blue diesel Volkswagen Passat first used on 16 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 17 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 159,033 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2025.

Y896 DBW blue Volkswagen Passat – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Dec 2026
Mileage
159,033 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,591 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y896 DBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
16 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y896 DBW was last recorded at 159,033 miles on 9 Dec 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Dec 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Jul 2014: 83,037 miles, lower than 261,982 miles on 29 Jul 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
159,031 miles · 5 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
6,591 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 159,033 miles
  • 2024 – 152,281 miles
  • 2023 – 148,496 miles
  • 2022 – 140,177 miles
  • 2021 – 133,322 miles
  • 2020 – 128,785 miles
  • 2019 – 124,490 miles
  • 2018 – 119,029 miles
  • 2017 – 114,080 miles
  • 2016 – 111,027 miles
  • 2015 – 98,236 miles
  • 2014 – 83,039 miles
  • 2013 – 261,982 miles
  • 2012 – 55,778 miles
  • 2011 – 48,380 miles
  • 2010 – 44,374 miles
  • 2009 – 41,914 miles
  • 2008 – 38,517 miles
  • 2007 – 34,053 miles
  • 2006 – 29,969 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,033 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear axle heavily corroded in placesRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

29 tests since 11 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,033 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    159,033 miles
    Test number
    842995182950
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber corroded
    • AdvisoryRear axle heavily corroded in places

  2. Fail159,031 miles (+6,750)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,031 miles
    Test number
    560629202796
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexy to rear caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber corroded
    • AdvisoryRear axle heavily corroded in places

  3. Pass152,281 miles (+3,785)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    152,281 miles
    Test number
    615712524456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass148,496 miles3 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    148,496 miles
    Test number
    796210416505
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail148,496 miles (+8,319)2 repaired3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,496 miles
    Test number
    420063004537
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass140,177 miles (+6,855)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    140,177 miles
    Test number
    492956704024
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass133,322 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    133,322 miles
    Test number
    955423735573
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail133,317 miles (+4,532)3 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,317 miles
    Test number
    765997660155
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass128,785 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    128,785 miles
    Test number
    581302693517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail128,781 miles (+4,291)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,781 miles
    Test number
    619095117492
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

  11. Pass124,490 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    124,490 miles
    Test number
    733245007197
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. FailMileage not read2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    298548706472
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass119,029 miles (+4,949)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    119,029 miles
    Test number
    823506029555
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective 2 sides lenses cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass114,080 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    114,080 miles
    Test number
    944078082231
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output 2 sides (1.7.5a)

  15. Fail114,074 miles (+3,047)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,074 miles
    Test number
    643587972430
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output 2 sides (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass111,027 miles (+12,791)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    111,027 miles
    Test number
    612726729750
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass98,236 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    98,236 miles
    Test number
    745340415209
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail98,231 miles (+15,192)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,231 miles
    Test number
    885399205250
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass83,039 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    83,039 miles
    Test number
    549217894133
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  20. Fail83,037 miles (-178,945)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,037 miles
    Test number
    278816094449
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureInner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass261,982 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    261,982 miles
    Test number
    185610013227
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail261,982 miles (+206,204)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    261,982 miles
    Test number
    295750213233
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass55,778 miles (+7,398)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2013
    Odometer
    55,778 miles
    Test number
    906250932170
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  24. Pass48,380 miles (+4,006)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2012
    Odometer
    48,380 miles
    Test number
    367499721187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass44,374 miles (+2,460)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2011
    Odometer
    44,374 miles
    Test number
    661194520107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass41,914 miles (+3,397)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2010
    Odometer
    41,914 miles
    Test number
    574845629181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass38,517 miles (+4,464)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2009
    Odometer
    38,517 miles
    Test number
    941944438110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass34,053 miles (+4,084)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2008
    Odometer
    34,053 miles
    Test number
    854994137183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass29,969 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2007
    Odometer
    29,969 miles
    Test number
    860691236184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y896 DBW

Does Y896 DBW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y896 DBW is valid until 17 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y896 DBW?
The MOT on Y896 DBW is valid until 17 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y896 DBW done?
Y896 DBW was recorded at 159,033 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2025, an average of 6,591 miles a year.
Has Y896 DBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y896 DBW has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on Y896 DBW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Jul 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y896 DBW find?
Y896 DBW passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside rear shock absorber corroded; offside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 2 more.

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