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DF18 SVJ

2018 Volkswagen Tiguan

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,152 mi
Last recorded60,152 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan41,841 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF18 SVJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTiguan
Year2018
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 60,152 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2025 52,938 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2024 46,162 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside &offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Fail 24 Jun 2024 46,162 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction engine light on (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside &offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2023 37,902 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (nearside and offside) (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2022 32,253 miles

(no emissions detected at tailpipe)

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

Pass 28 May 2021 27,570 miles

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

Fail 28 May 2021 27,570 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 14 May 2021 27,521 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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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DF18 SVJ 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 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 DF18 SVJ, 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 DF18 SVJ registered?

DF18 SVJ is a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan, first registered on 27 June 2018.

Is DF18 SVJ safe to buy?

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