CarVerify

Free Car Check

FM18 GLV

2018 Volkswagen Tiguan

Black Diesel 1968cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

56,906 mi
Last recorded56,906 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan41,841 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM18 GLV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTiguan
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2026 56,906 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2025 49,132 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on edges

Pass 23 Sep 2024 39,123 miles

Rear brake discs slightly corroded.

Pass 27 Sep 2023 29,188 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 23,984 miles

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

Fail 16 Jan 2023 23,984 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2022 17,093 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 17 Feb 2022 17,093 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 16 Apr 2021 11,486 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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
Full Volkswagen Tiguan reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

FM18 GLV is a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FM18 GLV, 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 FM18 GLV?

You can check the full history of FM18 GLV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FM18 GLV registered?

FM18 GLV is a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan, first registered on 28 June 2018.

Is FM18 GLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM18 GLV shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FM18 GLV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on FM18 GLV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.