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GIL 6549

2018 Volkswagen Tiguan

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

94,229 mi
Last recorded94,229 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan41,841 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGIL 6549
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTiguan
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 94,229 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2025 88,935 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2024 83,834 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 79,981 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2022 74,213 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm approx (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low and has nail in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm approx (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm approx (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

engine oil level low

Fail 14 Jan 2022 74,141 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir cap missing (1.1.10 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm approx (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low and has nail in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm approx (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm approx (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

engine oil level low

Pass 20 Jan 2021 62,241 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Imbalance 25% (max 30%) (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Large crack in side swept area (3.2 (a) (i))

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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GIL 6549 is a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GIL 6549, 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 GIL 6549 registered?

GIL 6549 is a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan, first registered on 29 January 2018.

Is GIL 6549 safe to buy?

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