2021 Volkswagen Arteon 2.0L Diesel · OX04 DON

The most recent MOT on 2026-01-12 confirmed the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon passed with no defects recorded at 56,839 miles. This suggests the vehicle is currently in acceptable condition, with no immediate safety or repair concerns. However, the MOT history reveals a failed test on 2025-01-15 at 48,522 miles, which was recorded as a failure despite no defects being listed. This inconsistency raises questions about the nature of the failure, as MOT failures typically require specific defects to be noted. The subsequent pass on 2025-01-16 (48,523 miles) implies any issues were resolved quickly, but the lack of defect details limits clarity. The vehicle’s mileage of 56,839 miles over five years equates to roughly 11,368 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for its age. This suggests neither extreme wear nor prolonged under-use, though the 2025-01-15 failure at 48,522 miles (about 9,704 miles per year) could hint at irregular usage patterns. However, without additional data, this remains speculative. The MOT history shows no recurring defects, and the last three tests (2024-01-22, 2025-01-16, 2026-01-12) have all passed, indicating a stable condition in recent years. The primary risk is the unexplained 2025-01-15 failure, which may indicate a technical error, procedural issue, or a minor fault that was not documented.