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Volkswagen Tiguan

White · Diesel · 2014 · 1,968 cc

R16 BEWMOT history

R16 BEW is a white diesel Volkswagen Tiguan first used on 23 Jun 2014. Its MOT is valid until 22 Oct 2027 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 116,949 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2026.

R16 BEW white Volkswagen Tiguan – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Tiguan, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Oct 2027
Mileage
116,949 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2026
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,902 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R16 BEW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Tiguan
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
23 Jun 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R16 BEW was last recorded at 116,949 miles on 23 Oct 2026, 8,260 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,689 miles · 23 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
8,260 miles
Average per year
9,902 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,949 miles
  • 2025 – 108,689 miles
  • 2024 – 96,406 miles
  • 2023 – 86,819 miles
  • 2022 – 76,175 miles
  • 2021 – 63,938 miles
  • 2020 – 50,207 miles
  • 2019 – 40,183 miles
  • 2018 – 31,981 miles
  • 2017 – 23,283 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,949 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear 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 Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Bonnet safety catch mechanism sticking

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

16 tests since 8 May 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,949 miles (+8,260)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    116,949 miles
    Test number
    242895908218
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass108,689 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    108,689 miles
    Test number
    223239898518
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  3. Fail108,689 miles (+12,283)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,689 miles
    Test number
    568701561915
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet safety catch mechanism sticking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  4. Pass96,406 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    96,406 miles
    Test number
    964579859363
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  5. Fail96,406 miles (+9,587)1 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,406 miles
    Test number
    485764050638
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested Dipped beam inoperative (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBonnet safety catch mechanism sticking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  6. Pass86,819 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    86,819 miles
    Test number
    632294593968
    • AdvisoryBonnet safety catch mechanism sticking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  7. Fail86,819 miles (+10,644)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,819 miles
    Test number
    263625773801
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet safety catch mechanism sticking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  8. Pass76,175 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    76,175 miles
    Test number
    132558805289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail76,174 miles (+12,236)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,174 miles
    Test number
    720429836650
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 215/55X17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass63,938 miles (+13,731)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    63,938 miles
    Test number
    897390868680

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass50,207 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    50,207 miles
    Test number
    927112261445
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  12. Fail50,207 miles (+10,024)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,207 miles
    Test number
    117827668192
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 215/55X17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  13. Pass40,183 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    40,183 miles
    Test number
    473575304497
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Fail40,183 miles (+8,202)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,183 miles
    Test number
    214341615614
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass31,981 miles (+8,698)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    31,981 miles
    Test number
    739854907527
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air freshener
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass23,283 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    23,283 miles
    Test number
    947018965317
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Questions about R16 BEW

Does R16 BEW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R16 BEW is valid until 22 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on R16 BEW?
The MOT on R16 BEW is valid until 22 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R16 BEW done?
R16 BEW was recorded at 116,949 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2026, an average of 9,902 miles a year.
Has R16 BEW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R16 BEW has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on R16 BEW 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 R16 BEW find?
R16 BEW passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear nail in tyre; offside rear nail in tyre; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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