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SK16 KJZ

2016 Volkswagen Tiguan

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

69,297 mi
Last recorded69,297 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan50,671 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK16 KJZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTiguan
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 69,297 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2026 69,297 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2025 65,940 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2025 65,940 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Feb 2024 62,541 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2024 62,540 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring missing and directional control affected (5.3.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Feb 2023 58,420 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 53,879 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 48,517 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 42,422 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 36,000 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect light mist of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect light mist of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone "a" (3.2 (a) (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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SK16 KJZ is a 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 50,671 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 SK16 KJZ, 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 10 years old, this Volkswagen Tiguan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SK16 KJZ registered?

SK16 KJZ is a 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan, first registered on 1 March 2016.

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