2021 Volkswagen Arteon 2.0L Petrol · M13 KAE
2021 Volkswagen Arteon (2.0L, petrol). First registered 30/03/2021. Recorded mileage 40,828 miles. MOT valid until 21/01/2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN ARTEON
- Year / Origin
- 2021 · Manchester
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21/01/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 40,828 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2021
- Engine
- 1984cc
M13 KAE Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/01/2026
- 40,828 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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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Known faults for Volkswagen Volkswagen Arteon
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
M13 KAE Mileage History
- 22/01/202427,351 mi
- 21/01/202534,537 mi+7,186 mi
- 16/01/202640,828 mi+6,291 mi
Average of roughly 6,788 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
M13 KAE 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 (M13 KAE) between January 2024 and January 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.
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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