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Volkswagen Tiguan

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

L20 WACMOT history

L20 WAC is a black diesel Volkswagen Tiguan first used on 2 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 141,847 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2025.

L20 WAC black Volkswagen Tiguan – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Tiguan, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jan 2027
Mileage
141,847 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2025
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,163 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L20 WAC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Tiguan
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
2 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L20 WAC was last recorded at 141,847 miles on 9 Dec 2025, 8,112 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,735 miles · 19 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
8,112 miles
Average per year
8,163 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 141,847 miles
  • 2024 – 133,735 miles
  • 2023 – 119,384 miles
  • 2022 – 107,237 miles
  • 2021 – 103,263 miles
  • 2019 – 94,171 miles
  • 2018 – 78,310 miles
  • 2017 – 73,821 miles
  • 2016 – 66,311 miles
  • 2015 – 53,765 miles
  • 2014 – 45,270 miles
  • 2013 – 38,581 miles
  • 2012 – 31,222 miles
  • 2011 – 22,475 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,847 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryEml but before july 2008

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 26 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,847 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    141,847 miles
    Test number
    520452568645
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml but before july 2008

  2. Fail141,847 miles (+8,112)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,847 miles
    Test number
    329282643780
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml but before july 2008

  3. Pass133,735 miles (+14,324)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    133,735 miles
    Test number
    866695920324
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside rearmost bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside wear on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass119,411 miles (+27)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    119,411 miles
    Test number
    484515293845
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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))

  5. Fail119,384 miles (+12,147)2 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,384 miles
    Test number
    385880614346
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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))

  6. Pass107,237 miles (+3,974)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    107,237 miles
    Test number
    783183247227
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  7. Pass103,263 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    103,263 miles
    Test number
    157247846974
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail103,263 miles (+3,271)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,263 miles
    Test number
    896055396243
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  9. Pass99,992 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    99,992 miles
    Test number
    517390402845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail99,992 miles (+5,821)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,992 miles
    Test number
    218881590196
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass94,171 miles (+1,067)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    94,171 miles
    Test number
    167639233442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail93,104 miles (+14,794)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,104 miles
    Test number
    724341455542
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass78,310 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    78,310 miles
    Test number
    397256659356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail78,310 miles (+4,489)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,310 miles
    Test number
    606707725260
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  15. Pass73,821 miles (+7,510)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    73,821 miles
    Test number
    138936960201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass66,311 miles (+12,546)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    66,311 miles
    Test number
    194755765210
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass53,765 miles (+58)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    53,765 miles
    Test number
    649521035164
    • NoteCorrosion to brake discs
    • NoteNail in nsr tyre

  18. Fail53,707 miles (+8,437)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,707 miles
    Test number
    506451615128
    • DangerousFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

  19. Pass45,270 miles (+6,689)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2015
    Odometer
    45,270 miles
    Test number
    268022414472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,581 miles (+7,359)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2014
    Odometer
    38,581 miles
    Test number
    966973413163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,222 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2013
    Odometer
    31,222 miles
    Test number
    658400512139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail31,220 miles (+8,745)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,220 miles
    Test number
    327880012177
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass22,475 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2012
    Odometer
    22,475 miles
    Test number
    235406011129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L20 WAC

Does L20 WAC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L20 WAC is valid until 1 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L20 WAC?
The MOT on L20 WAC is valid until 1 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L20 WAC done?
L20 WAC was recorded at 141,847 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2025, an average of 8,163 miles a year.
Has L20 WAC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L20 WAC has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on L20 WAC 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 L20 WAC find?
L20 WAC passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: offside rear coil spring corroded; eml but before july 2008.

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