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1 DTJ

2016 Volkswagen Tiguan

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

42,048 mi
Last recorded42,048 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan50,671 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration1 DTJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTiguan
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 42,048 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2026 42,032 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault traction control light (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Service brake lagging in operation may be due to corroded or partly seized caliper or corroded brake discs (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jul 2025 40,482 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NR/OR (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 35,203 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 33,425 miles

advise wish bone bushes slight lift

Pass 4 Jul 2022 28,456 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 22,134 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2021 22,134 miles

Front Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability wish bone rubers split advise tyers (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Mar 2020 19,360 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 13,650 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Tiguan?

Based on 1,842,185 MOT tests across 207,080 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
7,513
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
207,080
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,258
coil spring broken 6,493
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1 DTJ is a 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 50,671 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Tiguan fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 7,258 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 1 DTJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Tiguan typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 10 years old, this Volkswagen Tiguan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 1 DTJ registered?

1 DTJ is a 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan, first registered on 14 May 2016.

Is 1 DTJ safe to buy?

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