2021 VOLKSWAGEN ARTEON2.0L Petrol
Vehicle Insight Summary
2021 VOLKSWAGEN ARTEON — Petrol, 1984cc. This vehicle has 40,945 miles on record. MOT status: valid. Tax: not taxed. Review the complete history and specs.
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Year
- 2021
- Engine
- 1984cc
Vehicle Public Record vs. Hidden Financial Risk
Public MOT roadworthiness: Good.
This score reflects past DVSA test passes and advisory frequency. However, it does not check if the car has £15,000 of unpaid finance, an insurance write-off marker, or a police theft report.
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Technical Specifications
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Full MOT History
Our records for this Volkswagen Arteon (SAE 39S) from 2021 show a total of 4 MOT tests between March 2024 and March 2026.
With 3 passes and 1 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 75%. A decent overall history, though the failure record warrants a closer look for any patterns.
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Common Problems: VOLKSWAGEN ARTEON
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- MQB Water Pump / Thermostat Leak(Moderate)
Like the Golf and Passat, the plastic thermostat housing warps from heat cycles, leading to a slow coolant leak. Can leave you stranded if ignored.
- DQ381 DSG Gearbox Judder(Moderate)
The 7-speed wet-clutch DQ381 DSG can develop a judder on pull-away and low-speed manoeuvres. Software updates help but worn clutch packs may need replacement.
- EGR Valve Failure (2.0 TDI)(Moderate)
The EGR valve on 2.0 TDI models can stick or fail, causing power loss and engine management warnings. Carbon buildup is exacerbated by short urban journeys.
- DCC Adaptive Chassis Control Failure(Moderate)
Cars fitted with Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC) can develop fault lights and loss of damper adjustment. The dampers or control module may need replacement.
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