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Volkswagen Arteon

Yellow · Diesel · 2018 · 1,968 cc

MDG 972MOT history

MDG 972 is a yellow diesel Volkswagen Arteon first used on 29 May 2018. Its MOT is valid until 28 May 2027 and it has passed 6 of 7 MOT tests, with 103,389 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

MDG 972 yellow Volkswagen Arteon – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Arteon, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 May 2027
Mileage
103,389 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
7
6 passed · 1 failed
Per year
12,455 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
MDG 972
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Arteon
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
29 May 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 May 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

MDG 972 was last recorded at 103,389 miles on 1 May 2026, 10,667 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,722 miles · 22 May 2025
Between the last two tests
10,667 miles
Average per year
12,455 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,389 miles
  • 2025 – 92,722 miles
  • 2024 – 79,725 miles
  • 2023 – 66,329 miles
  • 2022 – 52,644 miles
  • 2021 – 41,261 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,389 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front registration plate slightly deteriorated (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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 Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front brake disc inner faces slight corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

7 tests since 5 May 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,389 miles (+10,667)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2027
    Odometer
    103,389 miles
    Test number
    839714501958
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front registration plate slightly deteriorated (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  2. Pass92,722 miles (+12,997)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    92,722 miles
    Test number
    629334947230
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Wiper blade rubber starting to split but still clearing the screen (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front brake disc inner faces starting to wear and slight pitted corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Pad linings starting to wear thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Slight cut to the inner tread but not exposing any cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Pad linings starting to wear thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre Nail in the tread pattern area
  3. Pass79,725 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2025
    Odometer
    79,725 miles
    Test number
    437025608627
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front brake disc inner faces slight corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail79,725 miles (+13,396)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,725 miles
    Test number
    893625899801
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Twisted inner tread pattern exposing the cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front brake disc inner faces slight corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.0 mm tread depth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth 1.0 mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged Stepping to the inner tread pattern but not exposing any cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass66,329 miles (+13,685)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2024
    Odometer
    66,329 miles
    Test number
    241076601920
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Wiper blade smearing but still clearing the screen (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Wiper blade smearing but still clearing the screen (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corrosion to the outer disc face edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corrosion to the outer disc face edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass52,644 miles (+11,383)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2023
    Odometer
    52,644 miles
    Test number
    521960660353
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracked and perished and cut in tread non to cord (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass41,261 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2022
    Odometer
    41,261 miles
    Test number
    881935100643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about MDG 972

What vehicle is registration MDG 972 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show MDG 972 on a yellow diesel Volkswagen Arteon first used on 29 May 2018. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does MDG 972 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on MDG 972 is valid until 28 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on MDG 972?
The MOT on MDG 972 is valid until 28 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has MDG 972 done?
MDG 972 was recorded at 103,389 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 12,455 miles a year.
Has MDG 972 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. MDG 972 has failed 1 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2024.
Has the mileage on MDG 972 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 MDG 972 find?
MDG 972 passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front registration plate slightly deteriorated; nearside rear inner tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords.

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