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MF61 MKJ

2011 Volkswagen Tiguan

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

88,305 mi
Last recorded88,305 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan78,147 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF61 MKJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTiguan
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 88,305 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 80,411 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 79,787 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 74,816 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing stepped inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 14 Aug 2023 74,816 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing stepped inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2022 70,460 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 69,007 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 64,986 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 62,697 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2019 59,375 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded corrosion on spring (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded corrosion on spring (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 54,909 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 48,490 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 44,060 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 37,906 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 31,223 miles

front and rear numberplates sarting to delaminate

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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MF61 MKJ is a 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 MF61 MKJ, 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 MF61 MKJ registered?

MF61 MKJ is a 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan, first registered on 7 September 2011.

Is MF61 MKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF61 MKJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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