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Volkswagen Tiguan

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

L13 GLBMOT history

L13 GLB is a grey diesel Volkswagen Tiguan first used on 10 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 17 MOT tests, with 87,999 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

L13 GLB grey Volkswagen Tiguan – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Tiguan, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jun 2027
Mileage
87,999 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
17
16 passed · 1 failed
Per year
4,076 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L13 GLB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Tiguan
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
10 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L13 GLB was last recorded at 87,999 miles on 21 May 2026, 2,163 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
85,836 miles · 29 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,163 miles
Average per year
4,076 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,999 miles
  • 2025 – 85,836 miles
  • 2024 – 83,213 miles
  • 2023 – 80,496 miles
  • 2022 – 78,061 miles
  • 2021 – 74,793 miles
  • 2020 – 72,131 miles
  • 2019 – 68,172 miles
  • 2018 – 64,445 miles
  • 2017 – 60,617 miles
  • 2016 – 56,255 miles
  • 2015 – 50,800 miles
  • 2014 – 45,431 miles
  • 2013 – 40,013 miles
  • 2012 – 34,191 miles
  • 2011 – 26,892 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,999 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentre exhaust sleeve corroded and partially broken
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened & attachments (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • All 4 tyres cracking

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Rear subframe and suspension components corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 24 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,999 miles (+2,163)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    87,999 miles
    Test number
    760967149748
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust sleeve corroded and partially broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened & attachments (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass85,836 miles (+2,623)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    85,836 miles
    Test number
    305122823767
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle assembly corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  3. Pass83,213 miles (+2,717)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    83,213 miles
    Test number
    352200786694
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components and subframe corroded

  4. Pass80,496 miles (+2,435)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    80,496 miles
    Test number
    436834173706
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Antiroll bar link (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Subframe assmebly (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Subframe assembly (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass78,061 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    78,061 miles
    Test number
    902096793030
    • MinorNearside Front Macpherson strut ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Rear subframe and suspension components corroded

  6. Fail78,061 miles (+3,268)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,061 miles
    Test number
    487682382105
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Macpherson strut ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Rear subframe and suspension components corroded

  7. Pass74,793 miles (+2,662)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    74,793 miles
    Test number
    325350874113
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension components corroded

  8. Pass72,131 miles (+3,959)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    72,131 miles
    Test number
    770711899575
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension components corroded

  9. Pass68,172 miles (+3,727)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    68,172 miles
    Test number
    824806185406
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  10. Pass64,445 miles (+3,828)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    64,445 miles
    Test number
    343187304061
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs heavily corroded on inner faces
    • AdvisoryNearside front wiper blade deteriorated

  11. Pass60,617 miles (+4,362)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    60,617 miles
    Test number
    419862685784
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn and cracking on inside edges

  12. Pass56,255 miles (+5,455)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    56,255 miles
    Test number
    790423482221
    • AdvisoryAll tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass50,800 miles (+5,369)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    50,800 miles
    Test number
    598985155151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass45,431 miles (+5,418)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    45,431 miles
    Test number
    557285754192
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass40,013 miles (+5,822)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    40,013 miles
    Test number
    427248853177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,191 miles (+7,299)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    34,191 miles
    Test number
    366563662139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass26,892 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    26,892 miles
    Test number
    259774741402
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about L13 GLB

Does L13 GLB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L13 GLB is valid until 2 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L13 GLB?
The MOT on L13 GLB is valid until 2 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L13 GLB done?
L13 GLB was recorded at 87,999 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 4,076 miles a year.
Has L13 GLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L13 GLB has failed 1 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 24 May 2022.
Has the mileage on L13 GLB 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 L13 GLB find?
L13 GLB passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front upper anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; centre exhaust sleeve corroded and partially broken, and 6 more.

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