2008 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L Diesel · L33 FAJ
2008 Volkswagen Tiguan (2.0L, diesel). First registered 30 May 2008. Recorded mileage 176,907 miles. MOT valid until 20 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Stanmore (Wimbledon)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 176,907 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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L33 FAJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/02/2026
- 176,907 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
L33 FAJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan (L33 FAJ) between June 2022 and February 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 7 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
L33 FAJ Mileage History
- 20/06/2022138,388 mi
- 13/06/2023147,690 mi+9,302 mi
- 21/02/2024155,262 mi+7,572 mi
- 05/02/2025165,231 mi+9,969 mi
- 12/02/2026176,907 mi+11,676 mi
Average of roughly 10,554 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Volkswagen Volkswagen Tiguan Mk1 (5N)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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