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Volkswagen Touareg

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 2,999 cc

L3 CLUMOT history

L3 CLU is a black diesel Volkswagen Touareg first used on 19 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 17 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 132,500 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

L3 CLU black Volkswagen Touareg – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Aug 2027
Mileage
132,500 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,815 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 CLU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Touareg
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
19 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 CLU was last recorded at 132,500 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,495 miles · 14 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
5,815 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,500 miles
  • 2025 – 128,581 miles
  • 2024 – 123,287 miles
  • 2023 – 116,385 miles
  • 2022 – 111,351 miles
  • 2021 – 106,048 miles
  • 2019 – 98,963 miles
  • 2018 – 90,898 miles
  • 2017 – 83,375 miles
  • 2016 – 76,159 miles
  • 2015 – 69,987 miles
  • 2014 – 64,400 miles
  • 2013 – 60,348 miles
  • 2012 – 54,657 miles
  • 2011 – 48,787 miles
  • 2010 – 43,005 miles
  • 2009 – 34,252 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,500 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Nearside & Offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside & Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Generally corroded (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

21 tests since 25 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,500 miles (+5)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    132,500 miles
    Test number
    347322821349
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Nearside & Offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside & Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Generally corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail132,495 miles (+3,914)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,495 miles
    Test number
    767925327129
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Nearside & Offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside & Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Generally corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass128,581 miles (+5,294)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    128,581 miles
    Test number
    995573252892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass123,287 miles (+6,902)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    123,287 miles
    Test number
    777424565366
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass116,385 miles (+5,034)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    116,385 miles
    Test number
    652319768470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass111,351 miles (+5,303)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    111,351 miles
    Test number
    799186697086
    • 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))

  7. Pass106,048 miles (+7,085)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    106,048 miles
    Test number
    321094991198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass98,963 miles (+8,065)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    98,963 miles
    Test number
    558346143346
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass90,898 miles (+7,523)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    90,898 miles
    Test number
    288233159324
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass83,375 miles (+7,216)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    83,375 miles
    Test number
    281966078203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass76,159 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    76,159 miles
    Test number
    502085776954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail76,154 miles (+6,167)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,154 miles
    Test number
    162263142515
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass69,987 miles (+5,587)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    69,987 miles
    Test number
    951641180449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass64,400 miles (+4,052)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    64,400 miles
    Test number
    799262244313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass60,348 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    60,348 miles
    Test number
    438287233365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail60,348 miles (+5,691)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,348 miles
    Test number
    885247433341
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass54,657 miles (+5,870)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    54,657 miles
    Test number
    836005162207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass48,787 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    48,787 miles
    Test number
    125875561253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail48,787 miles (+5,782)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,787 miles
    Test number
    795965861251
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass43,005 miles (+8,753)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    43,005 miles
    Test number
    833159850291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass34,252 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    34,252 miles
    Test number
    942058169295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L3 CLU

Does L3 CLU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 CLU is valid until 17 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L3 CLU?
The MOT on L3 CLU is valid until 17 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L3 CLU done?
L3 CLU was recorded at 132,500 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 5,815 miles a year.
Has L3 CLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 CLU has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L3 CLU 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 L3 CLU find?
L3 CLU passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective nearside & offside; front sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside & offside; offside front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 2 more.

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