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KN11 SKU

2011 Volkswagen Tiguan

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

96,914 mi
Last recorded96,914 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan78,147 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN11 SKU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTiguan
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 24 Feb 2026 96,914 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2025 93,097 miles

Central Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Mar 2025 93,097 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Central Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 85,244 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2023 77,408 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 29 Mar 2022 70,025 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2021 62,923 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 59,295 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2020 59,293 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower arm rear bushes split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2019 50,993 miles

front console bushes are perished

Pass 9 Mar 2018 41,602 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 35,549 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 29,860 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 24,390 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Mar 2014 19,465 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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KN11 SKU is a 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 KN11 SKU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KN11 SKU registered?

KN11 SKU is a 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan, first registered on 31 March 2011.

Is KN11 SKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN11 SKU shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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