VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN MOT pass rate
86.7% of 395,378 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN MOT tests pass.
The TIGUAN passes its MOT 86.7% of the time — well above the average across all VOLKSWAGEN models, which sits at 79.0%.
The VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN passes its MOT 86.7% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate drops sharply with age: the VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN tested at 0–3 years pass 92.4% of the time, compared with just 71.2% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 92.4% | 31,643 | 27,379 miles |
| 3–6 years | 91.3% | 149,151 | 41,167 miles |
| 6–10 years | 87.3% | 135,240 | 68,055 miles |
| 10–15 years | 75.4% | 68,351 | 102,701 miles |
| 15+ years | 71.2% | 10,993 | 128,138 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN
The most common reason the VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN fails its MOT is suspension — present in 43.4% of failed tests, most often logged as "Pin or bush excessively worn".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 43.4% | Pin or bush excessively worn |
| Tyres | 36.5% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Brakes | 21.5% | Less than 1.5 mm thick |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 20.4% | Not working |
| Visibility | 10.8% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 8.5% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Body, chassis, structure | 4.4% | Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 2.6% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
| Identification of the vehicle | 2.0% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
| Steering | 1.4% | Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
Related VOLKSWAGEN models
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF — 80.7% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO — 74.5% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER — 74.6% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT — 76.9% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN CADDY — 76.6% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN UP — 85.4% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN?
- 86.7% of VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN MOT tests pass, based on 395,378 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN?
- The most common reason the VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN fails its MOT is suspension — present in 43.4% of failed tests, most often logged as "Pin or bush excessively worn".
- Does this show the VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the VOLKSWAGEN service history guide for how to check and keep one.