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Volkswagen Tiguan 5n MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Volkswagen Tiguan 5n. Check any Tiguan 5n by registration number below.

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97.0%

Avg Pass Rate

+11.3%

vs Volkswagen Avg

14

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Volkswagen Tiguan 5n — MOT Reliability Overview

The Volkswagen Tiguan 5n has an average MOT pass rate of 97.0%, which is 11.3 percentage points above the Volkswagen brand average of 85.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Tiguan 5n is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Volkswagen Tiguan 5n, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Volkswagen Tiguan 5n performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 181 vehicles

97.8%Excellent
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Mileage at 5yr

100k mi

2020

Based on 311 vehicles

99.7%Excellent
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Mileage at 5yr

144k mi

2019

Based on 490 vehicles

99.0%Excellent
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Mileage at 5yr

129k mi

2018

Based on 395 vehicles

96.7%Excellent
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Mileage at 5yr

144k mi

2017

Based on 280 vehicles

98.9%Excellent
Volkswagen average: 85.7%

2016

Based on 242 vehicles

98.3%Excellent
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Mileage at 10yr

137k mi

2015

Based on 345 vehicles

95.1%Excellent
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Mileage at 10yr

146k mi

2014

Based on 386 vehicles

96.1%Excellent
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Mileage at 10yr

141k mi

2013

Based on 436 vehicles

97.5%Excellent
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Mileage at 10yr

154k mi

2012

Based on 486 vehicles

95.1%Excellent
Volkswagen average: 85.7%

2011

Based on 357 vehicles

96.9%Excellent
Volkswagen average: 85.7%

2010

Based on 355 vehicles

94.4%Excellent
Volkswagen average: 85.7%

2009

Based on 376 vehicles

97.3%Excellent
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Mileage at 10yr

139k mi

2008

Based on 214 vehicles

94.9%Excellent
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Mileage at 10yr

107k mi

Volkswagen Tiguan 5n — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Volkswagen Tiguan 5n MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Volkswagen Tiguan 5n?
The average MOT pass rate for the Volkswagen Tiguan 5n is 97.0% compared to the Volkswagen average of 85.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Volkswagen Tiguan 5n?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Volkswagen Tiguan 5n reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 97.0%, the Volkswagen Tiguan 5n is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Volkswagen Tiguan 5n?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Volkswagen Tiguan 5n?
Typical mileage for the Volkswagen Tiguan 5n: 100,125 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Tiguan 5n to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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