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AC08 GBU

2008 Volkswagen Tiguan

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

132,463 mi
Last recorded132,463 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan87,017 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 GBU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTiguan
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2023 132,463 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 124,519 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2021 116,067 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 107,307 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2019 97,824 miles

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 235/50/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 May 2019 97,824 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/50/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 May 2018 90,535 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 81,763 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 73,140 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 63,786 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 May 2014 57,370 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 51,751 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 48,026 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 48,024 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 May 2011 43,373 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 43,373 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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AC08 GBU is a 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 AC08 GBU, 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 AC08 GBU registered?

AC08 GBU is a 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is AC08 GBU safe to buy?

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