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VW09 GEM

2010 Volkswagen Tiguan

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

138,577 mi
Last recorded138,577 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan80,470 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVW09 GEM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTiguan
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 138,577 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2025 129,601 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 123,859 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 118,238 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 116,679 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 111,170 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 103,873 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 95,210 miles

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

Fail 21 Oct 2019 95,210 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2018 84,902 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2017 74,480 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2016 65,166 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2016 64,766 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2015 57,903 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 52,014 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Oct 2013 45,411 miles

smaiil split in n/s/f tyre no cord showing

Pass 3 Jan 2013 41,301 miles

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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VW09 GEM is a 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 VW09 GEM, 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 VW09 GEM registered?

VW09 GEM is a 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan, first registered on 21 January 2010.

Is VW09 GEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for VW09 GEM shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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