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Volkswagen Tiguan

Black · Diesel · 2015 · 1,968 cc

L8 ARTMOT history

L8 ART is a black diesel Volkswagen Tiguan first used on 21 Apr 2015. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 103,216 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

L8 ART black Volkswagen Tiguan – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
103,216 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,712 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 ART
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Tiguan
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
21 Apr 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 ART was last recorded at 103,216 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 6,668 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
96,548 miles · 15 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,668 miles
Average per year
8,712 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,216 miles
  • 2025 – 96,548 miles
  • 2024 – 91,784 miles
  • 2023 – 78,582 miles
  • 2022 – 68,937 miles
  • 2021 – 59,644 miles
  • 2020 – 50,944 miles
  • 2019 – 42,358 miles
  • 2018 – 33,855 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,216 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

12 tests since 1 May 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,216 miles (+6,668)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    103,216 miles
    Test number
    989317828289
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass96,548 miles (+4,764)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    96,548 miles
    Test number
    717750496338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass91,784 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    91,784 miles
    Test number
    565942220067
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Prop shaft coupling detreating
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  4. Fail91,754 miles (+13,172)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,754 miles
    Test number
    195096715223
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Prop shaft coupling detreating
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  5. Pass78,582 miles (+9,645)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    78,582 miles
    Test number
    204396533090
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Windscreen has a chip
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Prop shaft rubber donut cracking and split
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass68,937 miles (+9,293)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    68,937 miles
    Test number
    239239194310
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides low in centre of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY LOW on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low , discs worn
    • AdvisoryWipers slightly smearing

  7. Pass59,644 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    59,644 miles
    Test number
    485006702723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail59,644 miles (+8,700)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,644 miles
    Test number
    257292976090
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended Belt twisted (7.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass50,944 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    50,944 miles
    Test number
    259261616666
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail50,944 miles (+8,586)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,944 miles
    Test number
    513594807868
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  11. Pass42,358 miles (+8,503)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    42,358 miles
    Test number
    455152020688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass33,855 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    33,855 miles
    Test number
    315110955747
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child seat fitted

Questions about L8 ART

Does L8 ART currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 ART is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 ART?
The MOT on L8 ART is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 ART done?
L8 ART was recorded at 103,216 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 8,712 miles a year.
Has L8 ART ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 ART has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on L8 ART 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 L8 ART find?
L8 ART passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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