2013 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L Diesel · 85 GJ
2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (2.0L, diesel). First registered 19 Aug 2013. Recorded mileage 109,348 miles. MOT valid until 27 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN
- Year / Origin
- 2013
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 109,348 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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85 GJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/08/2026
- 109,348 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
85 GJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (85 GJ) between August 2022 and August 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 8 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
85 GJ Mileage History
- 19/08/202282,268 mi
- 24/08/202388,677 mi+6,409 mi
- 13/08/202495,784 mi+7,107 mi
- 29/08/2025102,475 mi+6,691 mi
- 25/08/2026109,348 mi+6,873 mi
Average of roughly 6,742 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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