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Volkswagen Tiguan

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

T16 DTWMOT history

T16 DTW is a blue diesel Volkswagen Tiguan first used on 7 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 20 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 257,603 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Feb 2027
Mileage
257,603 mi
At MOT on 21 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
16,506 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T16 DTW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Tiguan
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
7 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T16 DTW was last recorded at 257,603 miles on 21 Feb 2026, 16,604 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
240,999 miles · 6 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
16,604 miles
Average per year
16,506 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 257,603 miles
  • 2025 – 240,999 miles
  • 2024 – 222,260 miles
  • 2023 – 202,772 miles
  • 2022 – 179,730 miles
  • 2021 – 154,537 miles
  • 2020 – 144,708 miles
  • 2019 – 130,298 miles
  • 2017 – 107,525 miles
  • 2016 – 92,640 miles
  • 2015 – 78,630 miles
  • 2014 – 62,316 miles
  • 2013 – 47,327 miles
  • 2012 – 31,516 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass257,603 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (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 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 rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 11 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass257,603 miles (+16,604)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    257,603 miles
    Test number
    759964818258
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (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 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 rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass240,999 miles (+18,739)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    240,999 miles
    Test number
    710763149389
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt and osf (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass222,260 miles (+19,488)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    222,260 miles
    Test number
    544023885452
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass202,772 miles (+10)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    202,772 miles
    Test number
    959441679541
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail202,762 miles (+23,032)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,762 miles
    Test number
    235248236843
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust centre clamp corroded and loose [not blowing]
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass179,730 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    179,730 miles
    Test number
    108714013988
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail179,730 miles (+25,193)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,730 miles
    Test number
    419484325277
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass154,537 miles (+9,829)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    154,537 miles
    Test number
    688970782764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass144,708 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    144,708 miles
    Test number
    574554812863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail144,708 miles (+14,410)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,708 miles
    Test number
    257141544904
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing inner/outer edges

  11. Pass130,298 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    130,298 miles
    Test number
    589454490389
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail130,296 miles (+22,771)1 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,296 miles
    Test number
    203758631678
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed and nail (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended strap jammed behind fixed child seat (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass107,525 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    107,525 miles
    Test number
    239877721459
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryN/s o/s front lower suspension arms rear inner bushes deteriorating , splitting and getting weak
    • AdvisorySlight lip front and rear brake discs also slight corrosion to front

  14. Fail107,525 miles (+14,885)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,525 miles
    Test number
    708008227776
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryN/s o/s front lower suspension arms rear inner bushes deteriorating , splitting and getting weak
    • AdvisorySlight lip front and rear brake discs also slight corrosion to front

  15. Pass92,640 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    92,640 miles
    Test number
    617275636430
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail92,640 miles (+14,010)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,640 miles
    Test number
    726410255068
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass78,630 miles (+16,314)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    78,630 miles
    Test number
    587416645196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass62,316 miles (+14,989)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    62,316 miles
    Test number
    419451144191
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNSR Suspension strut bump stop perishing

  19. Pass47,327 miles (+15,811)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    47,327 miles
    Test number
    777258253145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front shock absorbers have a slight misting of oil

  20. Pass31,516 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    31,516 miles
    Test number
    208273362441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail31,516 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,516 miles
    Test number
    219193762484
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Questions about T16 DTW

Does T16 DTW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T16 DTW is valid until 20 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T16 DTW?
The MOT on T16 DTW is valid until 20 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T16 DTW done?
T16 DTW was recorded at 257,603 miles at its MOT on 21 Feb 2026, an average of 16,506 miles a year.
Has T16 DTW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T16 DTW has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on T16 DTW 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 T16 DTW find?
T16 DTW passed its latest MOT on 21 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 3 more.

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