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Volkswagen Tiguan

Beige · Diesel · 2013 · 1,968 cc

L16 SULMOT history

L16 SUL is a beige diesel Volkswagen Tiguan first used on 27 Sept 2013. Its MOT is valid until 28 Oct 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 99,173 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

L16 SUL beige Volkswagen Tiguan – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Oct 2027
Mileage
99,173 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,607 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 SUL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Tiguan
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
27 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 SUL was last recorded at 99,173 miles on 22 Oct 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,172 miles · 21 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
6,607 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,173 miles
  • 2025 – 96,319 miles
  • 2024 – 94,928 miles
  • 2023 – 93,591 miles
  • 2022 – 92,700 miles
  • 2021 – 82,239 miles
  • 2020 – 66,307 miles
  • 2019 – 56,346 miles
  • 2018 – 47,515 miles
  • 2017 – 40,003 miles
  • 2016 – 32,280 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,173 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 6 Sept 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,173 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    99,173 miles
    Test number
    232235581683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail99,172 miles (+2,853)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,172 miles
    Test number
    891710560388
    • MajorFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass96,319 miles (+1,391)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    96,319 miles
    Test number
    621747266135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass94,928 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    94,928 miles
    Test number
    117237245060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail94,926 miles (+1,335)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,926 miles
    Test number
    463258559737
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
  6. Pass93,591 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    93,591 miles
    Test number
    924707842980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail93,589 miles (+889)1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,589 miles
    Test number
    350660771292
    • MajorElectronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system lamp displayed constantly
  8. Pass92,700 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    92,700 miles
    Test number
    906465832797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail92,700 miles (+10,461)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,700 miles
    Test number
    199972839683
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass82,239 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    82,239 miles
    Test number
    539537390077
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  11. Fail82,238 miles (+15,931)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,238 miles
    Test number
    473849015687
    • MajorElectronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))
    • MajorFuel hose leaking hose to fuel filter leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass66,307 miles (+9,961)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    66,307 miles
    Test number
    665790581076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
  13. Pass56,346 miles (+8,831)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    56,346 miles
    Test number
    301652657261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,515 miles (+7,512)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    47,515 miles
    Test number
    137558167625
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  15. Pass40,003 miles (+7,723)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    40,003 miles
    Test number
    395087760445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,280 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    32,280 miles
    Test number
    746598266135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L16 SUL

Does L16 SUL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 SUL is valid until 28 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 SUL?
The MOT on L16 SUL is valid until 28 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 SUL done?
L16 SUL was recorded at 99,173 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2026, an average of 6,607 miles a year.
Has L16 SUL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 SUL has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L16 SUL 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 L16 SUL find?
L16 SUL passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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