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BT18 TXC

2018 Volkswagen Tiguan

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

98,346 mi
Last recorded98,346 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan41,841 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT18 TXC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTiguan
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 98,346 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

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

under trays fitted covering testable items

Fail 22 May 2026 98,347 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended rear fog (4.10 (c) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

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

under trays fitted covering testable items

Pass 22 May 2025 85,966 miles

Under trays fitted covering testable items

Pass 23 May 2024 77,134 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 60,626 miles
Fail 25 May 2023 60,626 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 47,419 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2022 47,418 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 38,039 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2021 38,039 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (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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BT18 TXC is a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 BT18 TXC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BT18 TXC registered?

BT18 TXC is a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan, first registered on 29 May 2018.

Is BT18 TXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT18 TXC shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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