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MA18 YLJ

2018 Volkswagen Tiguan

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

82,207 mi
Last recorded82,207 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan41,841 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA18 YLJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTiguan
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 82,207 miles

undertrays fitted obscuring testable items

Pass 23 May 2025 67,644 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

undertrays fitted obscuring testable items

Fail 23 May 2025 67,644 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

undertrays fitted obscuring testable items

Pass 29 Apr 2024 55,813 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test air fresheners/phone holder

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

boot and seats must be clear when presenting vehicle for test

full length factory under tray unable to see some testable items

Pass 19 May 2023 47,010 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 38,594 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 May 2021 27,026 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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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MA18 YLJ 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 MA18 YLJ, 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 MA18 YLJ registered?

MA18 YLJ is a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan, first registered on 1 June 2018.

Is MA18 YLJ safe to buy?

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