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Volkswagen Tiguan

Blue · Diesel · 2014 · 1,968 cc

T23 ELMMOT history

T23 ELM is a blue diesel Volkswagen Tiguan first used on 28 Aug 2014. Its MOT is valid until 5 Oct 2027 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 134,278 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Oct 2027
Mileage
134,278 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,097 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T23 ELM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Tiguan
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
28 Aug 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T23 ELM was last recorded at 134,278 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 19,438 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,840 miles · 9 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
19,438 miles
Average per year
11,097 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,278 miles
  • 2025 – 114,840 miles
  • 2024 – 105,644 miles
  • 2023 – 97,801 miles
  • 2022 – 87,708 miles
  • 2021 – 68,158 miles
  • 2020 – 56,109 miles
  • 2019 – 43,331 miles
  • 2018 – 39,633 miles
  • 2017 – 30,981 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,278 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

14 tests since 15 Jun 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,278 miles (+19,438)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    134,278 miles
    Test number
    867445437541
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass114,840 miles (+9,196)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    114,840 miles
    Test number
    378848878649
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass105,644 miles (+7,843)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    105,644 miles
    Test number
    328459113622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass97,801 miles (+10,093)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    97,801 miles
    Test number
    608804798888
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Pass87,708 miles (+28)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    87,708 miles
    Test number
    479564770180
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail87,680 miles (+19,522)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,680 miles
    Test number
    430982407924
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass68,158 miles (+12,049)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    68,158 miles
    Test number
    705421907472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass56,109 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    56,109 miles
    Test number
    527662938842
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Fail56,109 miles (+12,778)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,109 miles
    Test number
    248853727554
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass43,331 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    43,331 miles
    Test number
    171492631730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail43,331 miles (+3,698)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,331 miles
    Test number
    293056158300
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light broken

  12. Pass39,633 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    39,633 miles
    Test number
    160144726171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail39,633 miles (+8,652)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,633 miles
    Test number
    169165594282
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  14. Pass30,981 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    30,981 miles
    Test number
    877997016790
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has a cut to sidewall less then 25mm/ worn outer edge 3mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn outer edge 3mm

Questions about T23 ELM

Does T23 ELM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T23 ELM is valid until 5 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T23 ELM?
The MOT on T23 ELM is valid until 5 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T23 ELM done?
T23 ELM was recorded at 134,278 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 11,097 miles a year.
Has T23 ELM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T23 ELM has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on T23 ELM 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 T23 ELM find?
T23 ELM passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; rear brake disc worn, but not excessively; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 2 more.

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