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Volkswagen Touareg

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,967 cc

T12 AKDMOT history

T12 AKD is a black diesel Volkswagen Touareg first used on 30 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 19 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 148,681 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Feb 2027
Mileage
148,681 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,157 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T12 AKD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Touareg
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,967 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T12 AKD was last recorded at 148,681 miles on 16 Feb 2026, 4,131 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,550 miles · 19 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,131 miles
Average per year
7,157 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,681 miles
  • 2025 – 144,550 miles
  • 2024 – 140,880 miles
  • 2023 – 136,694 miles
  • 2021 – 122,605 miles
  • 2020 – 117,958 miles
  • 2019 – 111,333 miles
  • 2018 – 102,621 miles
  • 2017 – 95,057 miles
  • 2016 – 86,571 miles
  • 2015 – 76,962 miles
  • 2014 – 72,597 miles
  • 2013 – 64,227 miles
  • 2012 – 53,729 miles
  • 2011 – 44,516 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,681 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Central Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated All 4

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 29 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,681 miles (+4,131)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    148,681 miles
    Test number
    273791025958
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass144,550 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    144,550 miles
    Test number
    616567552052
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail144,549 miles (+3,669)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,549 miles
    Test number
    961952120397
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass140,880 miles (+4,186)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    140,880 miles
    Test number
    579421425948
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass136,694 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    136,694 miles
    Test number
    200945327361
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All 4 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail136,692 miles (+14,087)2 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,692 miles
    Test number
    581203350007
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high both front (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All 4 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass122,605 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    122,605 miles
    Test number
    528933042183
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail122,603 miles (+4,645)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,603 miles
    Test number
    484938921071
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass117,958 miles (+6,625)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    117,958 miles
    Test number
    663339372880
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass111,333 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    111,333 miles
    Test number
    895067149319
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail111,331 miles (+8,710)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,331 miles
    Test number
    458267495732
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass102,621 miles (+7,564)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    102,621 miles
    Test number
    159387443411
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass95,057 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    95,057 miles
    Test number
    165035260000
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail95,056 miles (+8,485)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,056 miles
    Test number
    821061893332
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass86,571 miles (+9,609)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    86,571 miles
    Test number
    339795886628
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads well thin

  16. Pass76,962 miles (+4,365)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    76,962 miles
    Test number
    349902035195
    • NoteToo clean for emissions test

  17. Pass72,597 miles (+8,370)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    72,597 miles
    Test number
    838045184199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass64,227 miles (+10,498)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    64,227 miles
    Test number
    616570313253
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have 3mm of tread

  19. Pass53,729 miles (+9,213)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    53,729 miles
    Test number
    718603912278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass44,516 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    44,516 miles
    Test number
    746283711276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail44,516 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,516 miles
    Test number
    795260711271
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Questions about T12 AKD

Does T12 AKD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T12 AKD is valid until 19 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T12 AKD?
The MOT on T12 AKD is valid until 19 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T12 AKD done?
T12 AKD was recorded at 148,681 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2026, an average of 7,157 miles a year.
Has T12 AKD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T12 AKD has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on T12 AKD 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 T12 AKD find?
T12 AKD passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, and 5 more.

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