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BU18 HGG

2018 Volkswagen Tiguan

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

55,410 mi
Last recorded55,410 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan41,841 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU18 HGG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTiguan
Year2018
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 55,410 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2026 55,410 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 7 Aug 2025 49,314 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 43,215 miles

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

Offside Rear 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 11 Aug 2023 38,318 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 32,940 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 28,218 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 26,254 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2021 26,254 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

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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BU18 HGG is a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BU18 HGG, 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

How do I check the history of BU18 HGG?

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What year was BU18 HGG registered?

BU18 HGG is a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan, first registered on 6 April 2018.

Is BU18 HGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU18 HGG shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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