2020 Volkswagen Arteon 2.0L Petrol · LM70 JFF
2020 Volkswagen Arteon (2.0L, petrol). First registered 27 Oct 2020. Recorded mileage 51,524 miles. MOT expired on 01 Jun 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN ARTEON
- Year / Origin
- 2020 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 01 Jun 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 51,524 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LM70 JFF Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/06/2025
- 51,524 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LM70 JFF 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 2020 Volkswagen Arteon (LM70 JFF) between October 2023 and June 2025.
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.
LM70 JFF Mileage History
- 04/10/202332,515 mi
- 09/10/202446,306 mi+13,791 mi
- 02/06/202551,524 mi+5,218 mi
Average of roughly 11,428 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Volkswagen Volkswagen Arteon
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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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