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Volkswagen Touareg

Silver · Diesel · 2007 · 2,967 cc

L40 PNRMOT history

L40 PNR is a silver diesel Volkswagen Touareg first used on 8 Oct 2007. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 131,669 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2026.

L40 PNR silver Volkswagen Touareg – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Touareg, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
131,669 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,052 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 PNR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Touareg
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,967 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
8 Oct 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 PNR was last recorded at 131,669 miles on 23 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,669 miles · 22 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,052 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,669 miles
  • 2025 – 128,238 miles
  • 2024 – 124,728 miles
  • 2023 – 121,568 miles
  • 2022 – 115,983 miles
  • 2021 – 108,645 miles
  • 2016 – 107,362 miles
  • 2015 – 105,925 miles
  • 2014 – 92,644 miles
  • 2013 – 68,831 miles
  • 2012 – 35,000 miles
  • 2011 – 27,036 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,669 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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 Direction indicator incorrect colour

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

17 tests since 22 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,669 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    131,669 miles
    Test number
    148567247091
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail131,669 miles (+3,431)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,669 miles
    Test number
    131733774718
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass128,238 miles (+8)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    128,238 miles
    Test number
    825595954165
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail128,230 miles (+3,502)1 dangerous7 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,230 miles
    Test number
    912909398864
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  5. Pass124,728 miles (+3,160)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    124,728 miles
    Test number
    548296076317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass121,568 miles (+5,585)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    121,568 miles
    Test number
    337073079199
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass115,983 miles (+7,338)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    115,983 miles
    Test number
    982568289797
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass108,645 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    108,645 miles
    Test number
    810061986283
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail108,645 miles (+1,283)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,645 miles
    Test number
    714582518285
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass107,362 miles (+1,437)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    107,362 miles
    Test number
    689228696361
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass105,925 miles (+13,281)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    105,925 miles
    Test number
    845434795199
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  12. Pass92,644 miles (+23,813)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    92,644 miles
    Test number
    848786214297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass68,831 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    68,831 miles
    Test number
    867847063201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail68,830 miles (+33,830)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,830 miles
    Test number
    385277263463
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass35,000 miles (+1,108)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    35,000 miles
    Test number
    538761772248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass33,892 miles (+6,856)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    33,892 miles
    Test number
    579810072159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass27,036 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    27,036 miles
    Test number
    999213771149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 PNR

Does L40 PNR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 PNR is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 PNR?
The MOT on L40 PNR is valid until 26 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 PNR done?
L40 PNR was recorded at 131,669 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2026, an average of 7,052 miles a year.
Has L40 PNR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 PNR has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L40 PNR 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 L40 PNR find?
L40 PNR passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside front lower windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front lower integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside front lower sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 6 more.

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