2021 Volkswagen Arteon 2.0L Petrol · FV21 OYO
2021 Volkswagen Arteon (2.0L, petrol). First registered 05 May 2021. Recorded mileage 82,678 miles. MOT valid until 03 May 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN ARTEON
- Year / Origin
- 2021 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 82,678 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FV21 OYO Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/05/2026
- 82,678 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FV21 OYO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2021 Volkswagen Arteon (FV21 OYO) between April 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
FV21 OYO Mileage History
- 10/04/202461,969 mi
- 15/04/202572,351 mi+10,382 mi
- 01/05/202682,678 mi+10,327 mi
Average of roughly 10,074 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Volkswagen Volkswagen Arteon
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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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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- MQB Water Pump / Thermostat LeakModerate
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 JudderModerate
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