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LC08 OTM

2008 Volkswagen Tiguan · Diesel · 1968cc

Silver Registered in Wimbledon, London · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTiguan
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan Diesel 1968cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 185,996 miles on the clock, averaging 12,780 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for 1. diesel particulate filter (dpf) clogging and 2. egr valve/cooler carbon clogging or cracking. Common Volkswagen Tiguan issues include power steering system and electronic parking brake.

MOT & Mileage History for LC08 OTM

MOT Status
Due date passed
185,996
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2011
88%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 1 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
12,780

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading185,996 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,215
Average per year12,780
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LC08 OTM 101k122k143k165k186k '11'17'14

Check LC08 OTM

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage185,996 miles
Since last MOT+3,215 miles
PASS
Mileage182,781 miles
Since last MOT+10,579 miles
PASS
Mileage172,202 miles
Since last MOT+12,116 miles
PASS
Mileage160,086 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage160,086 miles
Since last MOT+18,075 miles
PASS
Mileage142,011 miles
Since last MOT+19,481 miles
PASS
Mileage122,530 miles
Since last MOT+21,559 miles
PASS
Mileage100,971 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Tiguan

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Tiguan models (2007–2016), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Power steering system (electric power steering motor/control unit or rack)

Control unit fails or steering rack develops internal wear, causing loss of assistance. · Typical repair: £400-£1,200 (control unit £300-600 + labour; full rack £800-1,200 at indie garage).

Electronic parking brake (EPB caliper motors or control module)

Caliper motors seize or module glitches, preventing release/engagement. · Typical repair: £250-£600 (motors £150-300 + labour; module recalibration extra).

Fuse box/electrical wiring (main under-bonnet fuse carrier)

Fuse box melts or corrodes from high current draw, causing multi-circuit failures. · Typical repair: £150-£500 (new fuse box £100-250 + rewiring labour).

Front wheel bearings (hub assembly)

Bearings wear prematurely due to design/load, especially on 4Motion. · Typical repair: £200-£400 per side (parts £80-150 + labour).

1. Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) clogging

2. EGR valve/cooler carbon clogging or cracking

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 OTM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTiguan
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeLC — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About LC08 OTM

What car is LC08 OTM?

LC08 OTM is an silver Volkswagen Tiguan, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2008.

What is the mileage of LC08 OTM?

The last recorded mileage for LC08 OTM was 185,996 miles, recorded on 17 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LC08 OTM passed its MOT?

LC08 OTM has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 17 Nov 2017.

Is LC08 OTM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LC08 OTM is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is LC08 OTM?

LC08 OTM is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.