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Volkswagen Arteon

Grey · Petrol · 2019 · 1,984 cc

L26 JSMMOT history

L26 JSM is a grey petrol Volkswagen Arteon first used on 13 Sept 2019. Its MOT is valid until 3 Feb 2027 and it has passed 4 of 6 MOT tests, with 61,373 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2026.

L26 JSM grey Volkswagen Arteon – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Arteon, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Feb 2027
Mileage
61,373 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2026
MOT tests
6
4 passed · 2 failed
Per year
11,290 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 JSM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Arteon
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2019
First used
13 Sept 2019
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 JSM was last recorded at 61,373 miles on 4 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,373 miles · 3 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
11,290 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 61,373 miles
  • 2025 – 47,700 miles
  • 2024 – 37,744 miles
  • 2023 – 27,433 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,373 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil a lot (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre tread cut (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

6 tests since 2 Feb 2023, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,373 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    61,373 miles
    Test number
    394624576660
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil a lot (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre tread cut (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  2. Fail61,373 miles (+13,673)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,373 miles
    Test number
    706332490404
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil a lot (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre tread cut (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  3. Pass47,700 miles (+9,956)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    47,700 miles
    Test number
    716349633406
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Corroded (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Pass37,744 miles (+61)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    37,744 miles
    Test number
    365377438455
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Fail37,683 miles (+10,250)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,683 miles
    Test number
    438074233974
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass27,433 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    27,433 miles
    Test number
    722572446872

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L26 JSM

Does L26 JSM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L26 JSM is valid until 3 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L26 JSM?
The MOT on L26 JSM is valid until 3 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L26 JSM done?
L26 JSM was recorded at 61,373 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2026, an average of 11,290 miles a year.
Has L26 JSM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 JSM has failed 2 of its 6 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L26 JSM 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 L26 JSM find?
L26 JSM passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil a lot, and 1 more.

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