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BG18 FWW

2018 Volkswagen Tiguan

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

79,875 mi
Last recorded79,875 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan41,841 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG18 FWW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTiguan
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 79,875 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

No blip test

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Undertrays

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

Fail 4 Jul 2026 79,875 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

No blip test

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Undertrays

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

Pass 5 Apr 2025 68,674 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

Coil spring corroded Rear coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nail in tyre Near side rear

No blip test, undertrays fitted

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front wishbone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2024 57,899 miles

No blip test, undertrays fitted

Pass 1 Apr 2023 46,109 miles

No blip test

Undertrays fitted

Fail 1 Apr 2023 46,109 miles

No blip test

Undertrays fitted

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Front pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 35,785 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Undertrays fitted

Pass 11 Mar 2021 19,055 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 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Mar 2021 19,055 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH (3.4 (b) (ii))

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))

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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BG18 FWW is a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BG18 FWW, 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 BG18 FWW registered?

BG18 FWW is a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan, first registered on 29 March 2018.

Is BG18 FWW safe to buy?

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