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AA08 DJJ

2008 Volkswagen Tiguan

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

175,305 mi
Last recorded175,305 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan87,017 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 DJJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTiguan
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2019 175,305 miles

Corrosion to exhaust and coil springs

Fail 7 Jun 2019 175,299 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 235/50/18 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Corrosion to exhaust and coil springs

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 16 Jun 2018 159,708 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2018 159,708 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 145,628 miles

Rear tyres wearing low on inner edges

Pass 23 Jun 2016 130,536 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2016 130,536 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 112,996 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 112,996 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 91,447 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 67,298 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 49,943 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear tyres out of shape.

Fail 28 Jun 2012 49,943 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear tyres out of shape.

Pass 9 May 2011 29,776 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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AA08 DJJ is a 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 87,017 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 AA08 DJJ, 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 18 years old, this Volkswagen Tiguan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AA08 DJJ registered?

AA08 DJJ is a 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is AA08 DJJ safe to buy?

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