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Volkswagen Tiguan

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,968 cc

L18 SYRMOT history

L18 SYR is a black diesel Volkswagen Tiguan first used on 16 Dec 2016. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jan 2027 and it has passed 7 of 11 MOT tests, with 143,282 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2025.

L18 SYR black Volkswagen Tiguan – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jan 2027
Mileage
143,282 mi
At MOT on 22 Dec 2025
MOT tests
11
7 passed · 4 failed
Per year
14,871 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 SYR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Tiguan
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
16 Dec 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 SYR was last recorded at 143,282 miles on 22 Dec 2025, 16,847 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,435 miles · 18 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
16,847 miles
Average per year
14,871 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 143,282 miles
  • 2024 – 126,435 miles
  • 2023 – 108,535 miles
  • 2022 – 94,860 miles
  • 2021 – 80,324 miles
  • 2020 – 67,303 miles
  • 2019 – 53,508 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,282 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (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.

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both tyres slight wear inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

11 tests since 9 Dec 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,282 miles (+16,847)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    143,282 miles
    Test number
    734037660756
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  2. Pass126,435 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    126,435 miles
    Test number
    959360549475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail126,435 miles (+17,900)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,435 miles
    Test number
    920673573684
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass108,535 miles (+13,257)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    108,535 miles
    Test number
    359878164566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass95,278 miles (+418)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    95,278 miles
    Test number
    206470633405
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both tyres slight wear inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTPMS on
  6. Fail94,860 miles (+14,536)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,860 miles
    Test number
    376263797767
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both tyres slight wear inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  7. Pass80,324 miles (+13,021)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    80,324 miles
    Test number
    276963062627
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  8. Pass67,303 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    67,303 miles
    Test number
    422936184391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail67,303 miles (+13,795)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,303 miles
    Test number
    282405964691
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth 2.8mm limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass53,508 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    53,508 miles
    Test number
    987954319087
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Fail53,508 miles1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,508 miles
    Test number
    141816425079
    • MajorCentral Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Questions about L18 SYR

Does L18 SYR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 SYR is valid until 5 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 SYR?
The MOT on L18 SYR is valid until 5 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 SYR done?
L18 SYR was recorded at 143,282 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2025, an average of 14,871 miles a year.
Has L18 SYR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 SYR has failed 4 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on L18 SYR 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 L18 SYR find?
L18 SYR passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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