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J21 GWJ

2018 Volkswagen Tiguan

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

26,428 mi
Last recorded26,428 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan41,841 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ21 GWJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTiguan
Year2018
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 26,428 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 24,522 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 May 2025 65,274 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 22,312 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 62,028 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 20,411 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 58,091 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2022 18,083 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 55,933 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing along the outer edge of the tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing along the outer edge of the tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 12 May 2022 55,933 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing along the outer edge of the tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing along the outer edge of the tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 14,541 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2021 14,541 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2021 54,439 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 53,532 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 52,041 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2018 50,957 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Dec 2016 50,003 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 44,407 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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J21 GWJ is a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 J21 GWJ, 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

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What year was J21 GWJ registered?

J21 GWJ is a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan, first registered on 22 October 2018.

Is J21 GWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for J21 GWJ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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