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Volkswagen Tiguan

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

T26 DABMOT history

T26 DAB is a black diesel Volkswagen Tiguan first used on 31 Dec 2012. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 101,626 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
101,626 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2025
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,522 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T26 DAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Tiguan
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Dec 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T26 DAB was last recorded at 101,626 miles on 26 Nov 2025, 12,333 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,293 miles · 22 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
12,333 miles
Average per year
8,522 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 101,626 miles
  • 2024 – 89,293 miles
  • 2023 – 77,750 miles
  • 2022 – 65,403 miles
  • 2021 – 53,754 miles
  • 2020 – 43,795 miles
  • 2019 – 38,328 miles
  • 2018 – 29,656 miles
  • 2017 – 22,593 miles
  • 2015 – 16,676 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,626 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • TPMS light on

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

13 tests since 8 Dec 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,626 miles (+12,333)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    101,626 miles
    Test number
    953999996440
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass89,293 miles (+11,543)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    89,293 miles
    Test number
    420921242585
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Pass77,750 miles (+229)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    77,750 miles
    Test number
    514067414462
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on
  4. Fail77,521 miles (+12,118)2 dangerous2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,521 miles
    Test number
    699148158012
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on
  5. Pass65,403 miles (+11,649)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    65,403 miles
    Test number
    357053464296
    • 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 Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on
  6. Pass53,754 miles (+604)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    53,754 miles
    Test number
    427903068926
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (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))
  7. Fail53,150 miles (+9,355)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,150 miles
    Test number
    740943848290
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (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))
  8. Pass43,795 miles (+5,467)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    43,795 miles
    Test number
    684021141865

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass38,328 miles (+2,938)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    38,328 miles
    Test number
    919691967641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass35,390 miles (+5,734)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    35,390 miles
    Test number
    755333921608
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass29,656 miles (+7,063)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    29,656 miles
    Test number
    926603198802
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake disc corroded on outer face
  12. Pass22,593 miles (+5,917)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    22,593 miles
    Test number
    967207172689
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass16,676 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    16,676 miles
    Test number
    280920089541

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T26 DAB

Does T26 DAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T26 DAB is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T26 DAB?
The MOT on T26 DAB is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T26 DAB done?
T26 DAB was recorded at 101,626 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2025, an average of 8,522 miles a year.
Has T26 DAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T26 DAB has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on T26 DAB 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 T26 DAB find?
T26 DAB passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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