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Volkswagen Tiguan

White · Diesel · 2015 · 1,968 cc

K40 DFCMOT history

K40 DFC is a white diesel Volkswagen Tiguan first used on 30 Nov 2015. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jul 2027 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 88,937 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2026.

K40 DFC white Volkswagen Tiguan – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Tiguan, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jul 2027
Mileage
88,937 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2026
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,341 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K40 DFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Tiguan
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
30 Nov 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K40 DFC was last recorded at 88,937 miles on 9 Jul 2026, 82 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,855 miles · 1 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
82 miles
Average per year
7,341 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,937 miles
  • 2025 – 83,154 miles
  • 2024 – 75,589 miles
  • 2023 – 66,933 miles
  • 2022 – 57,339 miles
  • 2021 – 52,427 miles
  • 2020 – 46,985 miles
  • 2019 – 39,643 miles
  • 2018 – 32,081 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,937 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside front brake backing plate corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Nearside Rear light lens cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

13 tests since 10 Oct 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,937 miles (+82)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    88,937 miles
    Test number
    292664690204
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake backing plate corroded
  2. Fail88,855 miles (+5,701)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,855 miles
    Test number
    686552563619
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake backing plate corroded
  3. Pass83,154 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    83,154 miles
    Test number
    538787185235
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light lens cracked
  4. Fail83,151 miles (+7,562)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,151 miles
    Test number
    257630014189
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light lens cracked
  5. Pass75,589 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    75,589 miles
    Test number
    750678298341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail75,589 miles (+8,656)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,589 miles
    Test number
    227774698727
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  7. Pass66,933 miles (+9,594)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    66,933 miles
    Test number
    620297381035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass57,339 miles (+28)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    57,339 miles
    Test number
    300447278102
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Fail57,311 miles (+4,884)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,311 miles
    Test number
    191815627215
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Both sides inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass52,427 miles (+5,442)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    52,427 miles
    Test number
    855409766602
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass46,985 miles (+7,342)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    46,985 miles
    Test number
    212890400596
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both front (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Pass39,643 miles (+7,562)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    39,643 miles
    Test number
    168100744287
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass32,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    32,081 miles
    Test number
    547284095552

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K40 DFC

Does K40 DFC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K40 DFC is valid until 13 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on K40 DFC?
The MOT on K40 DFC is valid until 13 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K40 DFC done?
K40 DFC was recorded at 88,937 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2026, an average of 7,341 miles a year.
Has K40 DFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K40 DFC has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on K40 DFC 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 K40 DFC find?
K40 DFC passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front brake backing plate corroded.

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