Volkswagen Tiguan Sport Tdi 4mot 140 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 40 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 20.0%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Volkswagen Tiguan Sport Tdi 4mot 140 MOT Reliability Overview
The Volkswagen Tiguan Sport Tdi 4mot 140 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 40 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.0% and a failure rate of 20.0%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Volkswagen Tiguan Sport Tdi 4mot 140 earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Volkswagen Tiguan Sport Tdi 4mot 140 presents for MOT with approximately 53,667 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Volkswagen Tiguan Sport Tdi 4mot 140 is Suspension, affecting 10.0% of all tests. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. The second most common issue is Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment at 7.5%. Tyres rounds out the top three at 5.0%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 10.0% | 4 |
| 2 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 10.0% | 4 |
| 3 | Suspension | 10.0% | 4 |
| 4 | Tyres | 5.0% | 2 |
| 5 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 2.5% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 53,667 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 1.86 | 10.0% | 4 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 1.86 | 10.0% | 4 |
| Suspension | 1.86 | 10.0% | 4 |
| Tyres | 0.93 | 5.0% | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 0.47 | 2.5% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Volkswagen Tiguan Sport Tdi 4mot 140 has 53,667 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Volkswagen Tiguan Sport Tdi 4mot 140 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 3.73% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Volkswagen Tiguan Sport Tdi 4mot 140 MOT Data
The Volkswagen Tiguan Sport Tdi 4mot 140 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 40 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.0% and a failure rate of 20.0%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Volkswagen Tiguan Sport Tdi 4mot 140 owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on suspension and lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Tiguan Sport Tdi 4mot 140 is likely to perform.
Suspension — 10.0% of failures
Suspension issues account for 10.0% of MOT failures on the Volkswagen Tiguan Sport Tdi 4mot 140. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 7.5% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 7.5% of MOT failures on the Volkswagen Tiguan Sport Tdi 4mot 140. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Tyres — 5.0% of failures
Tyres issues account for 5.0% of MOT failures on the Volkswagen Tiguan Sport Tdi 4mot 140. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Volkswagen Tiguan Sport Tdi 4mot 140?
Based on 40 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Volkswagen Tiguan Sport Tdi 4mot 140 has an overall pass rate of 80.0% (20.0% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Volkswagen Tiguan Sport Tdi 4mot 140?
The top 3 reasons a Volkswagen Tiguan Sport Tdi 4mot 140 fails its MOT are: 1. Suspension (10.0%), 2. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (7.5%), 3. Tyres (5.0%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Volkswagen Tiguan Sport Tdi 4mot 140 reliable?
With a 20.0% MOT failure rate, the Tiguan Sport Tdi 4mot 140 is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Volkswagen Tiguan Sport Tdi 4mot 140?
Based on failure data, focus on: Suspension (10.0%); Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (7.5%); Tyres (5.0%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.