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VU11 ZGM

2011 Volkswagen Tiguan

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

163,955 mi
Last recorded163,955 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan78,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU11 ZGM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTiguan
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 163,955 miles

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

corrosion on suspension components

covers fitted underside of vehicle

Pass 10 Mar 2025 158,408 miles

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

corrosion on suspension components

covers fitted underside of the vehicle

Pass 19 Feb 2024 153,776 miles

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

covers fitted to the underside of the vehicle

Pass 20 Feb 2023 149,007 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 140,327 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 27 Feb 2021 130,692 miles

no smoke detected on emission test

Pass 29 Feb 2020 123,014 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 114,122 miles

Rear wiper defective

trays covers fitted to the under body of vehicle preventing full inspection

Pass 12 Feb 2018 101,394 miles

Nearside Rear bump stop perished

Pass 25 Feb 2017 86,980 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides. (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 71,604 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 64,833 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 May 2015 64,833 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Apr 2014 50,505 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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VU11 ZGM is a 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 VU11 ZGM, 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 VU11 ZGM registered?

VU11 ZGM is a 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan, first registered on 11 May 2011.

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