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Peugeot 208

Grey · Petrol · 2012 · 1,200 cc

L21 VGSMOT history

L21 VGS is a grey petrol Peugeot 208 first used on 21 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 8 Apr 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 71,966 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

L21 VGS grey Peugeot 208 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Peugeot 208, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Apr 2027
Mileage
71,966 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,469 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 VGS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Peugeot
Model
208
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
21 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 VGS was last recorded at 71,966 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 2,835 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,131 miles · 9 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,835 miles
Average per year
5,469 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,966 miles
  • 2025 – 69,131 miles
  • 2024 – 64,640 miles
  • 2023 – 57,724 miles
  • 2022 – 51,859 miles
  • 2021 – 48,720 miles
  • 2019 – 43,545 miles
  • 2018 – 35,434 miles
  • 2017 – 27,181 miles
  • 2016 – 21,233 miles
  • 2015 – 14,352 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,966 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (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.

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive outer sill distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge and close to limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 17 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,966 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    71,966 miles
    Test number
    553521568343
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail71,966 miles (+2,835)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,966 miles
    Test number
    305219256933
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass69,131 miles (+4,491)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    69,131 miles
    Test number
    596183673196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass64,640 miles (+6,916)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    64,640 miles
    Test number
    830737111704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass57,724 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    57,724 miles
    Test number
    552228919546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail57,724 miles (+5,865)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,724 miles
    Test number
    185824737124
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass51,859 miles (+3,139)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    51,859 miles
    Test number
    657018482634
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  8. Pass48,720 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    48,720 miles
    Test number
    360341623752
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive outer sill distorted (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge and close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail48,720 miles (+5,175)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,720 miles
    Test number
    549760477524
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive outer sill distorted (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge and close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass43,545 miles (+654)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    43,545 miles
    Test number
    233078684106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill distorted

  11. Fail42,891 miles (+7,457)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,891 miles
    Test number
    119278363192
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid wipers not tested (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill distorted

  12. Pass35,434 miles1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    35,434 miles
    Test number
    902040018523
    • DangerousEngine oil very low
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing os and ns rear starting to perish and crack (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail35,434 miles (+8,253)1 dangerous3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,434 miles
    Test number
    920883505899
    • DangerousEngine oil very low
    • Repaired at testDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing os and ns rear starting to perish and crack (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass27,181 miles (+5,948)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    27,181 miles
    Test number
    628712952554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass21,233 miles (+6,881)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    21,233 miles
    Test number
    229942397089
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake slight binding

  16. Pass14,352 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    14,352 miles
    Test number
    672579439327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L21 VGS

Does L21 VGS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L21 VGS is valid until 8 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L21 VGS?
The MOT on L21 VGS is valid until 8 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L21 VGS done?
L21 VGS was recorded at 71,966 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 5,469 miles a year.
Has L21 VGS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 VGS has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L21 VGS 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 L21 VGS find?
L21 VGS passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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