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DC18 GXW

2018 Volkswagen Tiguan

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

106,033 mi
Last recorded106,033 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan41,841 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC18 GXW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTiguan
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2026 106,033 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2025 83,839 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2025 85,828 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm tyre worn 235/55r18 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm tyre worn 235/55r18 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre stepping on inner edge 235/55r18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre stepping on inner edge 235/55r18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jun 2025 83,578 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2024 74,852 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 64,896 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 53,433 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 42,740 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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DC18 GXW is a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan in Grey 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 DC18 GXW, 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 DC18 GXW registered?

DC18 GXW is a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan, first registered on 26 July 2018.

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The MOT history for DC18 GXW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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