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EF61 TXX

2011 Volkswagen Tiguan

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

98,736 mi
Last recorded98,736 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan78,147 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF61 TXX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTiguan
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 98,736 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2025 98,736 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2024 96,813 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2023 94,890 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 92,534 miles

Rear Lower Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 89,639 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 82,170 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 75,938 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2019 75,938 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Nov 2018 65,936 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2017 56,810 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 47,184 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Nov 2015 38,367 miles

Engine bay covers and under trays fitted ,obscuring some components

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front wishbones rear mounts (2.4.G.2)

This vehicle has passed the emission test. No print out produced due to low readings

Pass 5 Nov 2014 29,583 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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EF61 TXX is a 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 78,147 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 EF61 TXX, 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 15 years old, this Volkswagen Tiguan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EF61 TXX?

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What year was EF61 TXX registered?

EF61 TXX is a 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan, first registered on 15 December 2011.

Is EF61 TXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF61 TXX shows 14 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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