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AL13 TAG

2018 Volkswagen Tiguan

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

94,479 mi
Last recorded94,479 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan41,841 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAL13 TAG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTiguan
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 94,479 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2025 77,572 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2024 57,417 miles

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

Fail 26 Jun 2024 57,417 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2023 40,963 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 36,612 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2021 29,131 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 22,107 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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AL13 TAG is a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 41,841 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 AL13 TAG, 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 8 years old, this Volkswagen Tiguan is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AL13 TAG registered?

AL13 TAG is a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan, first registered on 21 March 2018.

Is AL13 TAG safe to buy?

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