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GF61 GLZ

2011 Volkswagen Tiguan

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

153,558 mi
Last recorded153,558 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan78,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF61 GLZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTiguan
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2026 153,558 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2025 149,530 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 141,148 miles

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin border line pass (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2023 209,226 miles

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2022 189,478 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2021 107,420 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2019 100,197 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 86,468 miles

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

no emmisions test as low reving engine

Pass 27 Sep 2017 76,820 miles

rev limiter too low for t.d. smoke test

Pass 3 Oct 2016 62,355 miles

too clean to initiate diesel smoke test

front tyres 2.5 o 3.0mm

Fail 3 Oct 2016 62,355 miles

too clean to initiate diesel smoke test

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

front tyres 2.5 o 3.0mm

Pass 7 Oct 2015 43,690 miles

No emissions printout (too clean)

Fail 7 Oct 2015 43,690 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Both sides (2.4.G.2)

No emissions printout (too clean)

Pass 19 Nov 2014 26,883 miles

no emissions printout (too clean)

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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GF61 GLZ is a 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan in Black 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 GF61 GLZ, 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.

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What year was GF61 GLZ registered?

GF61 GLZ is a 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan, first registered on 17 October 2011.

Is GF61 GLZ safe to buy?

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