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DE18 TYG

2018 Volkswagen Tiguan

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

76,481 mi
Last recorded76,481 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan41,841 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE18 TYG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTiguan
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 76,481 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 27 Jan 2025 70,001 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 61,221 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 53,947 miles

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

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring testable items

Pass 29 Apr 2022 43,958 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring testable items

Fail 29 Apr 2022 43,958 miles

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

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

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

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

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

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring testable items

Pass 21 May 2021 36,800 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring testable items

engine oil low

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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DE18 TYG 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 DE18 TYG, 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 DE18 TYG?

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What year was DE18 TYG registered?

DE18 TYG is a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan, first registered on 16 May 2018.

Is DE18 TYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE18 TYG 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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