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BD18 YLB

2018 Volkswagen Tiguan

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jun 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

79,847 mi
Last recorded79,847 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan41,841 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD18 YLB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTiguan
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 79,847 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside rear inner pad very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside rear inner pad very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

advisory engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 26 May 2025 69,926 miles

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

advisory engine cover and under tray cover fitted

Pass 17 May 2024 60,445 miles

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

advisory engine cover and under tray cover fitted

Pass 25 May 2023 51,967 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 44,421 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 May 2021 27,363 miles

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

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

Fail 21 May 2021 27,362 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake disc corroded (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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BD18 YLB is a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BD18 YLB, 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 BD18 YLB registered?

BD18 YLB is a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan, first registered on 7 June 2018.

Is BD18 YLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD18 YLB shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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