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Volkswagen Tiguan

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

Y29 NCHMOT history

Y29 NCH is a grey diesel Volkswagen Tiguan first used on 30 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 29 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 162,579 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2026.

Y29 NCH grey Volkswagen Tiguan – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Tiguan, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Oct 2027
Mileage
162,579 mi
At MOT on 30 Oct 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,071 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y29 NCH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Tiguan
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
30 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y29 NCH was last recorded at 162,579 miles on 30 Oct 2026, 4,449 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,130 miles · 20 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,449 miles
Average per year
9,071 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,579 miles
  • 2025 – 158,130 miles
  • 2024 – 153,617 miles
  • 2023 – 148,379 miles
  • 2022 – 141,689 miles
  • 2021 – 136,319 miles
  • 2020 – 129,378 miles
  • 2019 – 121,559 miles
  • 2018 – 112,431 miles
  • 2017 – 98,910 miles
  • 2016 – 85,963 miles
  • 2015 – 57,176 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,579 miles
  • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass162,579 miles (+4,449)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    162,579 miles
    Test number
    112674888263
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass158,130 miles (+701)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    158,130 miles
    Test number
    684313047181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Fail157,429 miles (+3,812)1 dangerous1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,429 miles
    Test number
    119837512209
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 235/50r18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass153,617 miles (+5,238)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    153,617 miles
    Test number
    473341868248
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower 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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass148,379 miles (+6,690)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    148,379 miles
    Test number
    582018825841

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass141,689 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    141,689 miles
    Test number
    725893828589
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail141,665 miles (+5,346)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,665 miles
    Test number
    594884201070
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass136,319 miles (+6,941)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    136,319 miles
    Test number
    326873764231
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass129,378 miles (+7,819)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    129,378 miles
    Test number
    361673451499
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  10. Pass121,559 miles (+9,128)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    121,559 miles
    Test number
    663416577243
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen stone chipped
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
  11. Pass112,431 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    112,431 miles
    Test number
    406656501764
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  12. Fail112,431 miles (+13,521)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,431 miles
    Test number
    775991318413
    • MajorOffside 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))
  13. Pass98,910 miles (+12,947)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    98,910 miles
    Test number
    159599624875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass85,963 miles (+7,716)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    85,963 miles
    Test number
    158981156945
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  15. Pass78,247 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    78,247 miles
    Test number
    198744389348
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover, under trays and sill covers fitted.
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp beam deflectors fitted.
    • AdvisoryItems removed prior to test.
  16. Fail78,247 miles (+21,071)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,247 miles
    Test number
    294533264646
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryEngine cover, under trays and sill covers fitted.
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp beam deflectors fitted.
    • AdvisoryItems removed prior to test.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass57,176 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    57,176 miles
    Test number
    216677075070
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Note1/slight wear front brake discs
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about Y29 NCH

Does Y29 NCH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y29 NCH is valid until 29 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y29 NCH?
The MOT on Y29 NCH is valid until 29 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y29 NCH done?
Y29 NCH was recorded at 162,579 miles at its MOT on 30 Oct 2026, an average of 9,071 miles a year.
Has Y29 NCH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y29 NCH has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on Y29 NCH 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 Y29 NCH find?
Y29 NCH passed its latest MOT on 30 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear; nearside rear lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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