Volkswagen Tiguan MOT Results

Registered in 2016
88.7% pass rate
from 18,832 tests in 2021
(30% better than other 2016 cars)
Pass rate by mileage
Failure rates by item

Here you can drill down into the failure rates for each item on the test. We've also compared the rates to the average results for 2016 cars and highlighted areas where the Volkswagen Tiguan is unusually good or bad.

  • 3.6% fail on Tyres
    • 2.1% fail on Tread depth
    • 1.6% fail on Condition (25% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.037% fail on Size/type
  • 1.8% fail on Brakes (36% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 1.4% fail on Mechanical brake components (26% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.85% fail on Brake linings and pads (46% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.84% fail on Brake pads (47% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.011% fail on Brake linings
      • 0.75% fail on Brake discs and drums (57% worse than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.74% fail on Brake discs (55% worse than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.011% fail on Brake drums (9 times worse than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.37% fail on Brake performance (50% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.25% fail on Service brake performance (39% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.23% fail on Rbt (42% better than other 2016 cars)
          • 0.22% fail on Service brake performance (33% better than other 2016 cars)
          • 0.011% fail on Service brake imbalance (86% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.011% fail on Plate brake tester
          • 0.0053% fail on Service brake performance
          • 0.0053% fail on Service brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
        • 0.0053% fail on Decelerometer
          • 0.0053% fail on Service brake performance
      • 0.058% fail on Parking brake efficiency (sp) (75% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.048% fail on Rbt (sp) (78% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.011% fail on Decelerometer (sp)
      • 0.042% fail on Brake performance not tested
      • 0.027% fail on Service Brake Efficiency (sp) (68% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.016% fail on Rbt (sp) (79% better than other 2016 cars)
          • 0.016% fail on Service brake performance
        • 0.0053% fail on Decelerometer (sp)
        • 0.0053% fail on Plate brake tester (sp)
          • 0.0053% fail on Service brake imbalance
      • 0.0053% fail on Parking brake performance
        • 0.0053% fail on Rbt
          • 0.0053% fail on Parking brake performance
    • 0.069% fail on ABS / EBS / ESC
      • 0.053% fail on Electronic stability control
      • 0.032% fail on Anti-lock braking system
    • 0.042% fail on Parking brake control (62% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.042% fail on Electronic parking brake
    • 0.027% fail on Flexible brake hoses
  • 1.7% fail on Visibility (56% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 1.2% fail on Wipers (58% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.44% fail on Washers (61% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.064% fail on Condition of glass
      • 0.064% fail on Windscreen
    • 0.053% fail on Bonnet (200% worse than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.011% fail on Driver's view
  • 1.5% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks (82% worse than other 2016 cars)
    • 1.5% fail on Exhaust emissions (88% worse than other 2016 cars)
      • 1.1% fail on Compression ignition (2 times worse than other 2016 cars)
        • 1.1% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (3 times worse than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.0053% fail on Emission control equipment
          • 0.0053% fail on Particulate filter
        • 0.0053% fail on On or after 01/01/2014
        • 0.0053% fail on Emissions not tested
      • 0.46% fail on Spark ignition
        • 0.44% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (48% worse than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.016% fail on Catalyst emissions (91% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.0053% fail on Emissions not tested
    • 0.0053% fail on Noise suppression
      • 0.0053% fail on Sound deadening material
  • 1.4% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (61% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.79% fail on Headlamp aim (45% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.78% fail on Headlamp aim (42% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.0053% fail on Headlamp aim not tested
    • 0.22% fail on Direction indicators (38% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.22% fail on Flashing type (38% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.14% fail on Side repeaters (48% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.069% fail on Individual direction indicators
        • 0.011% fail on All direction indicators
    • 0.12% fail on Headlamps (84% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.064% fail on Headlamp (90% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.042% fail on Headlamp cleaning device
      • 0.011% fail on Headlamp levelling device
    • 0.090% fail on Electrical equipment
      • 0.048% fail on Horn
      • 0.027% fail on Trailer electrical socket (2 times worse than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.011% fail on Electrical wiring
      • 0.0053% fail on Battery(ies)
    • 0.074% fail on Stop lamp (88% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.064% fail on Front and rear fog lamps (66% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.064% fail on Rear fog lamp (66% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.064% fail on Rear fog lamp (66% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.037% fail on Registration plate lamp(s) (89% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.032% fail on Reversing lamps
      • 0.032% fail on Reversing lamps
    • 0.0053% fail on Position lamps
      • 0.0053% fail on Position lamp
    • 0.0053% fail on Rear reflectors
    • 0.0053% fail on Mandatory tell-tales
      • 0.0053% fail on Main beam tell-tale
  • 1.3% fail on Suspension (37% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.78% fail on Suspension arms (58% worse than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.73% fail on Pins and bushes (200% worse than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.042% fail on Ball joint (78% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.011% fail on Suspension arm
    • 0.36% fail on Springs (68% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.36% fail on Coil springs (68% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.36% fail on Coil spring (68% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.10% fail on Anti-roll bars (50% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.053% fail on Linkage ball joints
      • 0.021% fail on Linkage
      • 0.011% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.011% fail on Linkage ball joint dust cover
      • 0.0053% fail on Ball joint dust cover
    • 0.085% fail on Shock absorbers
    • 0.016% fail on Wheel bearings (81% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.011% fail on Macpherson strut
      • 0.011% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
    • 0.011% fail on Other suspension component
      • 0.011% fail on Pins and bushes
    • 0.0053% fail on Sub-frames
      • 0.0053% fail on Pins and bushes
  • 0.33% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems
    • 0.26% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp (120% worse than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.058% fail on Seat belts (65% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.053% fail on Condition (66% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.0053% fail on Attachment
    • 0.016% fail on Airbags
      • 0.011% fail on Drivers airbag
      • 0.0053% fail on Passengers airbag
  • 0.20% fail on Body, chassis, structure (63% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.15% fail on Transmission
      • 0.14% fail on Drive shafts
        • 0.14% fail on Joints
      • 0.016% fail on Prop shafts
        • 0.011% fail on Joints
        • 0.0053% fail on Flexible couplings
    • 0.016% fail on Body
      • 0.011% fail on Panel
      • 0.0053% fail on Other body component
    • 0.011% fail on Fuel system
      • 0.011% fail on Fuel cap/sealing device
    • 0.011% fail on Doors
      • 0.011% fail on Other passenger's door
        • 0.011% fail on Door condition
    • 0.0053% fail on Towbar
      • 0.0053% fail on Coupling
    • 0.0053% fail on Boot lid
      • 0.0053% fail on Boot lid condition
  • 0.16% fail on Identification of the vehicle
    • 0.16% fail on Registration plates
  • 0.080% fail on Road Wheels (58% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.074% fail on Attachment
    • 0.0053% fail on Condition
  • 0.037% fail on Steering (86% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.021% fail on Steering linkage components (90% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.016% fail on Track rod end (92% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.0053% fail on Other components
        • 0.0053% fail on Steering linkage
    • 0.011% fail on Electronic power steering
    • 0.0053% fail on Steering gear
      • 0.0053% fail on Steering rack
  • 0.0053% fail on Seat belt installation check
    • 0.0053% fail on Belt(s)/padding
Read the Honest John Review

  • Volkswagen Tiguan (2016 on)
    High-quality interior offers plenty of practicality, plus a strong array of standard equipment. Refined driving experience fits with Volkswagen’s upmarket image.
  • Volkswagen Tiguan (2008 - 2016)
    Decent SUV with diesel automatic option. Comfortable seats. Escape version capable off-road. Optional Park Assist works well. Much better from September 2011 facelift.

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