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KM18 XAB

2018 Volkswagen Tiguan

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

60,978 mi
Last recorded60,978 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan41,841 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM18 XAB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTiguan
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 60,978 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 55,735 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2025 55,734 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 18 Apr 2024 49,677 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on wear indicator in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Apr 2024 49,675 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm apx (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on wear indicator in tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 21 Apr 2023 43,024 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 36,301 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2022 36,278 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2021 28,561 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2021 28,561 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure WALL (255/40/20 XL) (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 3MM (5.2.3 (d) (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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KM18 XAB is a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 KM18 XAB, 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 KM18 XAB registered?

KM18 XAB is a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan, first registered on 27 April 2018.

Is KM18 XAB safe to buy?

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