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Volkswagen Tiguan R-line Edition TSI S-a Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Volkswagen Tiguan R-line Edition TSI S-a reliable? We analysed 1,203 real MOT tests across 1,030 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,203 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
90.4%
Typical Mileage
25,154mi
Annual Mileage
7,028mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Volkswagen Tiguan R-line Edition TSI S-a is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Volkswagen Tiguan R-line Edition TSI S-a.

Volkswagen Tiguan R-line Edition TSI S-a Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Volkswagen Tiguan R-line Edition TSI S-a. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Volkswagen Tiguan R-line Edition TSI S-a MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Volkswagen Tiguan R-line Edition TSI S-a to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

90.1%
2023
91.3%
2022

Volkswagen Tiguan R-line Edition TSI S-a Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Volkswagen Tiguan R-line Edition TSI S-a models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 61
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4

Volkswagen Tiguan R-line Edition TSI S-a Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Volkswagen Tiguan R-line Edition TSI S-a owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
4,962 mi/yr
Typical
7,028 mi/yr
Average
8,406 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,685 mi/yr

Volkswagen Tiguan R-line Edition TSI S-a MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Volkswagen Tiguan R-line Edition TSI S-a year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 948 90.1% 19,130 24,696 32,508
2022 231 91.3% 20,776 27,000 38,323

How Long Does a Volkswagen Tiguan R-line Edition TSI S-a Last?

Based on 1,030 Volkswagen Tiguan R-line Edition TSI S-a vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.2 years
Median
2.0 years

Volkswagen Tiguan R-line Edition TSI S-a Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Volkswagen Tiguan R-line Edition TSI S-a MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
25,154 mi
75th Percentile
33,695 mi
95th Percentile
53,850 mi
Max Recorded
115,137 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Volkswagen Tiguan R-line Edition TSI S-a

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2022

91.3% MOT pass rate from 231 tests

Year to avoid
2023

90.1% MOT pass rate from 948 tests

The best year to buy a used Volkswagen Tiguan R-line Edition TSI S-a is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.3% across 231 tests. The 2023 model year has the lowest pass rate at 90.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Volkswagen Tiguan R-line Edition TSI S-a Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Volkswagen Tiguan R-line Edition TSI S-a THIS CAR 90.4% 1,203 25,154 mi — yrs
Volkswagen Golf 74.9% 22,270,993 83,305 mi 37 yrs
Volkswagen Polo 72.9% 14,598,296 60,351 mi 35 yrs
Volkswagen Passat 73.5% 6,960,690 105,632 mi 32 yrs
Audi A6 S Ln Blk ED45TFSI MHEV Q Sa 92.9% 1,059 31,989 mi — yrs

Compared to the Volkswagen Golf (74.9% pass rate) and the Volkswagen Polo (72.9% pass rate), the Volkswagen Tiguan R-line Edition TSI S-a outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Volkswagen Tiguan R-line Edition TSI S-a?

The Volkswagen Tiguan R-line Edition TSI S-a has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.4% across 1,203 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Volkswagen Tiguan R-line Edition TSI S-a with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Volkswagen Tiguan R-line Edition TSI S-a owner drives around 7,028 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Volkswagen Tiguan R-line Edition TSI S-a — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Volkswagen Tiguan R-line Edition TSI S-a reliable?
Based on 1,203 MOT tests, the Volkswagen Tiguan R-line Edition TSI S-a has a 90.4% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Volkswagen Tiguan R-line Edition TSI S-a?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Volkswagen Tiguan R-line Edition TSI S-a do per year?
The typical Volkswagen Tiguan R-line Edition TSI S-a does around 7,028 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Volkswagen Tiguan R-line Edition TSI S-a last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Volkswagen Tiguan R-line Edition TSI S-a?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Volkswagen Tiguan R-line Edition TSI S-a?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Volkswagen Tiguan R-line Edition TSI S-a is 2022 with a 91.3% pass rate across 231 tests.