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Volkswagen Touareg

White · Diesel · 2012 · 2,967 cc

W18 BSSMOT history

W18 BSS is a white diesel Volkswagen Touareg first used on 24 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 26 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 163,101 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2026.

W18 BSS white Volkswagen Touareg – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Touareg, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Oct 2027
Mileage
163,101 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
12,318 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W18 BSS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Touareg
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,967 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
24 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

W18 BSS was last recorded at 163,101 miles on 27 Oct 2026, 27,269 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,832 miles · 8 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
27,269 miles
Average per year
12,318 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,101 miles
  • 2025 – 135,832 miles
  • 2024 – 130,952 miles
  • 2023 – 122,811 miles
  • 2022 – 109,334 miles
  • 2021 – 98,421 miles
  • 2020 – 86,363 miles
  • 2019 – 71,840 miles
  • 2018 – 55,012 miles
  • 2017 – 42,015 miles
  • 2016 – 30,248 miles
  • 2015 – 26,178 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,101 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Under-trays and engine covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 15 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,101 miles (+27,269)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    163,101 miles
    Test number
    231784766655
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass135,832 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    135,832 miles
    Test number
    709340944143
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Small split (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail135,832 miles (+4,880)2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,832 miles
    Test number
    948102259347
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working Sidelight (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Small split (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass130,952 miles (+255)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    130,952 miles
    Test number
    255405651038
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays and engine covers fitted

  5. Fail130,697 miles (+7,886)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,697 miles
    Test number
    271885661721
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays and engine covers fitted

  6. Pass122,811 miles3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    122,811 miles
    Test number
    273803791435
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive contaminating undertray (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear washer leaking within talegate panel
    • AdvisorySmell of fuel under bonnet but no obvious leak noted

  7. Fail122,811 miles (+13,477)3 major5 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,811 miles
    Test number
    361844757557
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid hose split at o/s bonnet hinge (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive contaminating undertray (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear washer leaking within talegate panel
    • AdvisorySmell of fuel under bonnet but no obvious leak noted

  8. Pass109,334 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    109,334 miles
    Test number
    710400743804
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on Outer Shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on Outer Shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail109,334 miles (+10,913)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,334 miles
    Test number
    552159867370
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on Outer Shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on Outer Shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass98,421 miles (+3,539)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    98,421 miles
    Test number
    465748072683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass94,882 miles (+8,519)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    94,882 miles
    Test number
    659645983656
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen washer pipe damaged/leaking but providing sufficient water to clear screen

  12. Pass86,363 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    86,363 miles
    Test number
    641074199968
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail86,362 miles (+14,522)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,362 miles
    Test number
    549802596501
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass71,840 miles (+16,828)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    71,840 miles
    Test number
    427519754741
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LEGAL LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass55,012 miles (+12,997)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    55,012 miles
    Test number
    345004199588
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn heavily on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass42,015 miles (+11,767)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    42,015 miles
    Test number
    662882660888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,248 miles (+4,070)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    30,248 miles
    Test number
    928721492321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass26,178 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    26,178 miles
    Test number
    380122854944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W18 BSS

Does W18 BSS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W18 BSS is valid until 26 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on W18 BSS?
The MOT on W18 BSS is valid until 26 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W18 BSS done?
W18 BSS was recorded at 163,101 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2026, an average of 12,318 miles a year.
Has W18 BSS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W18 BSS has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on W18 BSS 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 W18 BSS find?
W18 BSS passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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