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WV55 LRL

2005 Volkswagen Tiguan

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2016
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

204,560 mi
Last recorded204,560 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Tiguan102,334 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV55 LRL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTiguan
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2015 204,560 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

undertray fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Sep 2014 179,907 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

driver advised on the bodywork condition

Pass 23 Oct 2013 155,196 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Jan 2013 146,261 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

faulty air bag w/lt lit.

Fail 1 Dec 2011 134,783 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Dec 2011 134,783 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Dec 2010 125,421 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2010 125,415 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 1 Jun 2010 108,552 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 108,552 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2009 92,480 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Dec 2009 92,480 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2009 91,828 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 77,958 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 59,617 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jan 2008 51,103 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 29,819 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 9,692 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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WV55 LRL is a 2005 Volkswagen Tiguan in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Tiguan models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 102,334 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 WV55 LRL, 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 21 years old, this Volkswagen Tiguan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WV55 LRL registered?

WV55 LRL is a 2005 Volkswagen Tiguan, first registered on 28 October 2005.

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