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AB08 RNU

2008 Volkswagen Tiguan

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2022
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

129,219 mi
Last recorded129,219 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan87,017 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 RNU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTiguan
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 8 Jun 2021 129,219 miles

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

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

Central Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low tread on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight perishing in bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Very slight perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low tread on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight perishing in bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Very slight perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear belts not checked - Seats not accessible

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front plate delaminating (0.1 (b))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Rear plate delaminating (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 128,787 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slight lip and corrosion on Front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slight lip and corrosion on Rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low tread on inner edge only (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low tread on inner edge only (5.2.3 (e))

Prop shaft bearing has slight play Slight play in centre bearing (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Slight corrosion on underside

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight perishing in Front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight perishing in Rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 124,299 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2018 117,839 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 109,320 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 100,602 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 93,338 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 88,430 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2013 77,958 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 73,290 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 54,570 miles

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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AB08 RNU is a 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AB08 RNU, 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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AB08 RNU is a 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan, first registered on 1 June 2008.

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