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R16 SYN

2010 Volkswagen Tiguan

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

65,791 mi
Last recorded65,791 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan80,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR16 SYN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTiguan
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 65,791 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Jul 2025 65,791 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2024 61,559 miles

Offside Front Lower Coil spring corroded end (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both corroded (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 57,650 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 53,700 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Jun 2021 49,735 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 45,287 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 40,898 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2018 35,094 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 33,326 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 32,134 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 28,781 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 23,522 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2014 23,522 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 17,393 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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R16 SYN is a 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 80,470 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 R16 SYN, 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 16 years old, this Volkswagen Tiguan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R16 SYN registered?

R16 SYN is a 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan, first registered on 10 September 2010.

Is R16 SYN safe to buy?

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