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Volkswagen Tiguan

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

LS09 RVMMOT history

LS09 RVM is a grey diesel Volkswagen Tiguan first used on 22 Apr 2009. Its MOT is valid until 23 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 171,158 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

LS09 RVM grey Volkswagen Tiguan – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Tiguan, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Sept 2027
Mileage
171,158 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,720 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS09 RVM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Tiguan
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
22 Apr 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS09 RVM was last recorded at 171,158 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 7,304 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,854 miles · 19 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
7,304 miles
Average per year
9,720 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 171,158 miles
  • 2025 – 163,854 miles
  • 2024 – 159,705 miles
  • 2023 – 153,216 miles
  • 2022 – 147,899 miles
  • 2021 – 143,811 miles
  • 2020 – 139,998 miles
  • 2019 – 134,541 miles
  • 2018 – 130,817 miles
  • 2017 – 120,487 miles
  • 2016 – 100,226 miles
  • 2015 – 84,686 miles
  • 2014 – 66,712 miles
  • 2013 – 48,522 miles
  • 2012 – 32,325 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,158 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Under body covering fitted, restricting inspection of some testable components

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing slight corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,158 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    171,158 miles
    Test number
    856043182847
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  2. Fail171,137 miles (+7,283)2 major2 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,137 miles
    Test number
    205969029781
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  3. Pass163,854 miles (+4,149)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    163,854 miles
    Test number
    638979011136
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass159,705 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    159,705 miles
    Test number
    582863843414
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing slight corrosion (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail159,703 miles (+6,487)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,703 miles
    Test number
    238949239755
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing slight corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights Switch fallen inside

  6. Pass153,216 miles (+1,244)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    153,216 miles
    Test number
    603608077146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass151,972 miles (+4,073)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    151,972 miles
    Test number
    162996110667
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing outer casing / bump stop dropped down (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass147,899 miles (+6)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    147,899 miles
    Test number
    313879538957
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail147,893 miles (+4,082)1 dangerous2 major2 minor17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,893 miles
    Test number
    577866728547
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass143,811 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    143,811 miles
    Test number
    928965910896
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail143,676 miles (+3,678)2 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,676 miles
    Test number
    216453647871
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass139,998 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    139,998 miles
    Test number
    821469457895
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

  13. Fail139,997 miles (+5,456)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,997 miles
    Test number
    726414475185
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

  14. Pass134,541 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    134,541 miles
    Test number
    385663325614
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

  15. Fail134,541 miles1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,541 miles
    Test number
    168949152306
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

  16. Fail134,539 miles (+3,722)3 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,539 miles
    Test number
    109878343043
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

  17. Pass130,817 miles (+10,330)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    130,817 miles
    Test number
    212540377041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass120,487 miles (+20,261)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    120,487 miles
    Test number
    434903818862
    • AdvisoryFront Brake discs wear lipped
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Damper weeping slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Damper seeping slightly
    • AdvisoryRear Pads wearing thin
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs wear lipped
    • AdvisoryUnder body covering fitted, restricting inspection of some testable components

  19. Pass100,226 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    100,226 miles
    Test number
    439049996308
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to limit
    • AdvisoryNearside Small chip in screen
    • AdvisoryOffside Slight play in track rod end
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryUnder body covering fitted, restricting inspection of some testable components

  20. Fail100,226 miles (+15,540)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,226 miles
    Test number
    530598021157
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to limit
    • AdvisoryNearside Small chip in screen
    • AdvisoryOffside Slight play in track rod end
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryUnder body covering fitted, restricting inspection of some testable components

  21. Pass84,686 miles (+17,974)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    84,686 miles
    Test number
    446301565116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass66,712 miles (+18,190)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    66,712 miles
    Test number
    369436954155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass48,522 miles (+93)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    48,522 miles
    Test number
    789019453123
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  24. Fail48,429 miles (+16,104)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,429 miles
    Test number
    269957753427
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  25. Pass32,325 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    32,325 miles
    Test number
    419864562142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS09 RVM

Does LS09 RVM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS09 RVM is valid until 23 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS09 RVM?
The MOT on LS09 RVM is valid until 23 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS09 RVM done?
LS09 RVM was recorded at 171,158 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 9,720 miles a year.
Has LS09 RVM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS09 RVM has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LS09 RVM 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 LS09 RVM find?
LS09 RVM passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 5 more.

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