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Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI 4MOTION S-a Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI 4MOTION S-a reliable? We analysed 2,081 real MOT tests across 1,469 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 2,081 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
93.0%
Typical Mileage
25,960mi
Annual Mileage
7,272mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI 4MOTION 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 TSI 4MOTION S-a.

Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI 4MOTION S-a Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI 4MOTION S-a. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI 4MOTION S-a MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI 4MOTION S-a to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

95.1%
2023
92.5%
2022
93.1%
2021

Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI 4MOTION S-a Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI 4MOTION S-a models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 27
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 15
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 3

Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI 4MOTION S-a Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI 4MOTION 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
4,906 mi/yr
Typical
7,272 mi/yr
Average
8,939 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,978 mi/yr

Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI 4MOTION 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 TSI 4MOTION S-a year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 283 95.1% 18,312 24,738 33,371
2022 1,342 92.5% 18,842 25,703 34,143
2021 406 93.1% 20,742 26,778 33,984

How Long Does a Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI 4MOTION S-a Last?

Based on 1,469 Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI 4MOTION S-a vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.4 years
Median
2.0 years

Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI 4MOTION S-a Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI 4MOTION S-a MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
25,960 mi
75th Percentile
34,462 mi
95th Percentile
54,098 mi
Max Recorded
135,690 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI 4MOTION S-a

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

Best year
2023

95.1% MOT pass rate from 283 tests

Year to avoid
2022

92.5% MOT pass rate from 1,342 tests

The best year to buy a used Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI 4MOTION S-a is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 95.1% across 283 tests. The 2022 model year has the lowest pass rate at 92.5% — 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 TSI 4MOTION 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 TSI 4MOTION S-a THIS CAR 93.0% 2,081 25,960 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 Q3 S Ln Blk ED 40 TFSI QUAT Sa 94.8% 946 24,990 mi — yrs

Compared to the Volkswagen Golf (74.9% pass rate) and the Volkswagen Polo (72.9% pass rate), the Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI 4MOTION S-a outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI 4MOTION S-a?

The Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI 4MOTION S-a has an overall MOT pass rate of 93.0% across 2,081 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 TSI 4MOTION 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 TSI 4MOTION S-a owner drives around 7,272 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 TSI 4MOTION S-a — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI 4MOTION S-a reliable?
Based on 2,081 MOT tests, the Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI 4MOTION S-a has a 93.0% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI 4MOTION S-a?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI 4MOTION S-a do per year?
The typical Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI 4MOTION S-a does around 7,272 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI 4MOTION 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 TSI 4MOTION 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 TSI 4MOTION S-a?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI 4MOTION S-a is 2023 with a 95.1% pass rate across 283 tests.