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DH18 GKO

2018 Volkswagen Tiguan

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

66,990 mi
Last recorded66,990 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan41,841 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDH18 GKO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTiguan
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 66,990 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 62,758 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2024 62,746 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 58,535 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 4 Jun 2024 58,535 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction P0684 - Glow plug control module (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 14 Jun 2023 45,225 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2023 45,225 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 235/50-19 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 235/50-19 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Tyre pressure light illuminated

Pass 25 May 2022 32,754 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 May 2022 32,754 miles

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

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both rears badly perished to cords 235/50/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 22,580 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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DH18 GKO is a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 DH18 GKO, 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 DH18 GKO registered?

DH18 GKO is a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan, first registered on 21 August 2018.

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