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

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Is the Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI PHEV S-a reliable? We analysed 1,238 real MOT tests across 1,070 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,238 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
92.6%
Typical Mileage
32,497mi
Annual Mileage
9,827mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI PHEV 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 PHEV S-a.

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

Number plates registered to a Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI PHEV 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 PHEV S-a MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

92.6%
2023
90.8%
2022
93.4%
2021

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

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 32
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 2

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

How many miles does a typical Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI PHEV 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
6,652 mi/yr
Typical
9,827 mi/yr
Average
11,848 mi/yr
Heavy usage
13,877 mi/yr

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 443 92.6% 22,156 32,491 48,014
2022 217 90.8% 22,203 29,376 41,768
2021 543 93.4% 24,510 33,596 46,736

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

Based on 1,070 Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI PHEV S-a vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.5 years
Median
2.0 years

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

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

Median
32,497 mi
75th Percentile
46,728 mi
95th Percentile
76,901 mi
Max Recorded
119,590 mi

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

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

Best year
2021

93.4% MOT pass rate from 543 tests

Year to avoid
2022

90.8% MOT pass rate from 217 tests

The best year to buy a used Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI PHEV S-a is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.4% across 543 tests. The 2022 model year has the lowest pass rate at 90.8% — 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 PHEV 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 PHEV S-a THIS CAR 92.6% 1,238 32,497 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
Bullit Bluroc 125 78.2% 587 2,666 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 PHEV S-a outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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

The Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI PHEV S-a has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.6% across 1,238 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 PHEV 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 PHEV S-a owner drives around 9,827 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 PHEV S-a — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI PHEV S-a reliable?
Based on 1,238 MOT tests, the Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI PHEV S-a has a 92.6% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI PHEV S-a?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI PHEV S-a do per year?
The typical Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI PHEV S-a does around 9,827 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI PHEV 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 PHEV 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 PHEV S-a?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Volkswagen Tiguan R-line TSI PHEV S-a is 2021 with a 93.4% pass rate across 543 tests.