2013 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L Diesel · M90 LAK
2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (2.0L, diesel). First registered 12 Apr 2013. Recorded mileage 132,055 miles. MOT valid until 21 Sept 2027. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Manchester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 132,055 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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M90 LAK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/09/2026
- 132,055 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
M90 LAK 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 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (M90 LAK) between September 2024 and September 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 23 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (7 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
M90 LAK Mileage History
- 18/09/2024124,180 mi
- 11/09/2025125,276 mi+1,096 mi
- 11/09/2025125,276 mi
- 23/09/2026132,050 mi+6,774 mi
- 23/09/2026132,055 mi+5 mi
Average of roughly 3,913 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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