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DG18 VFN

2018 Volkswagen Tiguan

Grey Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

53,440 mi
Last recorded53,440 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan41,841 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG18 VFN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTiguan
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 53,440 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2025 46,938 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 23 May 2025 46,938 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low Adjusted (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 24 May 2024 38,632 miles
Fail 18 May 2024 38,631 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive Lambda reading also below requirements (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2023 38,353 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2022 37,449 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 35,431 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2021 35,430 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2021 32,446 miles

small stonechip in windscreen

Fail 22 Mar 2021 32,446 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

small stonechip in windscreen

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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DG18 VFN is a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan in Grey with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 DG18 VFN, 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 DG18 VFN registered?

DG18 VFN is a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan, first registered on 21 March 2018.

Is DG18 VFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG18 VFN shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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