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Volkswagen Tiguan

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

L8 DJFMOT history

L8 DJF is a grey diesel Volkswagen Tiguan first used on 19 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 126,923 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jun 2026.

L8 DJF grey Volkswagen Tiguan – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Tiguan, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jun 2027
Mileage
126,923 mi
At MOT on 2 Jun 2026
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,445 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 DJF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Tiguan
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
19 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 DJF was last recorded at 126,923 miles on 2 Jun 2026, 31 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,892 miles · 28 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
31 miles
Average per year
6,445 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,923 miles
  • 2024 – 119,892 miles
  • 2023 – 112,049 miles
  • 2022 – 100,001 miles
  • 2021 – 90,634 miles
  • 2020 – 82,153 miles
  • 2019 – 78,547 miles
  • 2018 – 72,725 miles
  • 2017 – 67,068 miles
  • 2016 – 60,647 miles
  • 2015 – 54,198 miles
  • 2014 – 48,266 miles
  • 2013 – 42,199 miles
  • 2012 – 39,375 miles
  • 2011 – 30,942 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,923 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryCentre exhaust clamp deteriorating
  • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear shock absorber shrouds deteriorated
  • AdvisoryNearside rear seat belt buckle deteriorated

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.

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 12 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,923 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    126,923 miles
    Test number
    120205680701
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust clamp deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear shock absorber shrouds deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside rear seat belt buckle deteriorated

  2. Fail126,923 miles (+31)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,923 miles
    Test number
    385743676861
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust clamp deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear shock absorber shrouds deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside rear seat belt buckle deteriorated

  3. Fail126,892 miles (+7,000)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,892 miles
    Test number
    906408760323
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low not adjusted due to levelling device not working (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low not adjusted due to levelling device not working (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working L.E.D unit in mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged plastic casing missing (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber shrouds are insecure
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre sleeve/clamp is deteriorating
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp levelling adjuster switch is insecure

  4. Pass119,892 miles (+7,843)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    119,892 miles
    Test number
    364192607507
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass112,049 miles (+12,048)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    112,049 miles
    Test number
    890326099271
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass100,001 miles (+9,367)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    100,001 miles
    Test number
    439165318785
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light mirror (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge borderline (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil and trans oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear diff seepage

  7. Pass90,634 miles (+8,481)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    90,634 miles
    Test number
    321918735915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass82,153 miles (+3,606)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    82,153 miles
    Test number
    331319191210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass78,547 miles (+5,822)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    78,547 miles
    Test number
    739442681246
    • 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))

  10. Pass72,725 miles (+5,657)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    72,725 miles
    Test number
    220924422524

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass67,068 miles (+6,421)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    67,068 miles
    Test number
    735547129401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass60,647 miles (+6,449)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    60,647 miles
    Test number
    367603357176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass54,198 miles (+5,932)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    54,198 miles
    Test number
    587175705223
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass48,266 miles (+6,067)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    48,266 miles
    Test number
    857824504278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass42,199 miles (+2,824)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    42,199 miles
    Test number
    617026003285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,375 miles (+8,433)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    39,375 miles
    Test number
    248259692100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,942 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    30,942 miles
    Test number
    857953891184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L8 DJF

Does L8 DJF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 DJF is valid until 1 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 DJF?
The MOT on L8 DJF is valid until 1 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 DJF done?
L8 DJF was recorded at 126,923 miles at its MOT on 2 Jun 2026, an average of 6,445 miles a year.
Has L8 DJF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 DJF has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L8 DJF 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 DJF find?
L8 DJF passed its latest MOT on 2 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge on limit; centre exhaust clamp deteriorating; nearside and offside rear shock absorber shrouds deteriorated, and 1 more.

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