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Volkswagen Tiguan

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

T16 SYGMOT history

T16 SYG is a black diesel Volkswagen Tiguan first used on 26 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 21 Oct 2026 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 148,914 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Oct 2026
Mileage
148,914 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2025
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,292 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T16 SYG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Tiguan
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
26 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T16 SYG was last recorded at 148,914 miles on 8 Oct 2025, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,908 miles · 1 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
8,292 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 148,914 miles
  • 2024 – 140,951 miles
  • 2023 – 130,987 miles
  • 2022 – 121,020 miles
  • 2021 – 109,931 miles
  • 2020 – 98,032 miles
  • 2019 – 91,711 miles
  • 2018 – 90,178 miles
  • 2016 – 86,976 miles
  • 2015 – 83,702 miles
  • 2014 – 79,658 miles
  • 2013 – 54,820 miles
  • 2012 – 40,551 miles
  • 2011 – 28,347 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,914 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear light crackedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear wiper arm damageRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front subframe and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 25 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,914 miles (+6)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    148,914 miles
    Test number
    715100504654
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light cracked
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper arm damage
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front subframe and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail148,908 miles (+7,957)7 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,908 miles
    Test number
    212160956947
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Upper Macpherson strut damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light cracked
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper arm damage
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front subframe and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass140,951 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    140,951 miles
    Test number
    982380353476
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner side (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail140,951 miles (+9,964)1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,951 miles
    Test number
    602277980955
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner side (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass130,987 miles (+9,967)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    130,987 miles
    Test number
    677360659999
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff slightly oil leak

  6. Pass121,020 miles (+11,089)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    121,020 miles
    Test number
    756953882120
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDES (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Diff Leak
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass109,931 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    109,931 miles
    Test number
    625796997307
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail109,929 miles (+11,897)1 dangerous1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,929 miles
    Test number
    844890600218
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass98,032 miles (+6,321)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    98,032 miles
    Test number
    570786394001
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass91,711 miles (+1,533)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    91,711 miles
    Test number
    631619618540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass90,178 miles (+1,785)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    90,178 miles
    Test number
    959031560651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass88,393 miles (+1,417)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    88,393 miles
    Test number
    250109133998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass86,976 miles (+3,274)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    86,976 miles
    Test number
    429112016309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass83,702 miles (+4,044)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    83,702 miles
    Test number
    464371883398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass79,658 miles (+10,629)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    79,658 miles
    Test number
    437795544420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass69,029 miles (+14,209)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    69,029 miles
    Test number
    746816684031
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass54,820 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    54,820 miles
    Test number
    656590683088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail54,804 miles (+14,253)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,804 miles
    Test number
    689041873040
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass40,551 miles (+12,204)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    40,551 miles
    Test number
    237153072095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass28,347 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    28,347 miles
    Test number
    127854381412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T16 SYG

Does T16 SYG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T16 SYG is valid until 21 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T16 SYG?
The MOT on T16 SYG is valid until 21 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T16 SYG done?
T16 SYG was recorded at 148,914 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2025, an average of 8,292 miles a year.
Has T16 SYG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T16 SYG has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T16 SYG 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 SYG find?
T16 SYG passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2025 with 8 advisories: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 5 more.

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