2008 Volkswagen Tiguan 1.4L Petrol · SA08 UUO
2008 Volkswagen Tiguan (1.4L, petrol). First registered 17 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 101,865 miles. MOT valid until 30 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 101,865 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SA08 UUO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/08/2026
- 101,865 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SA08 UUO 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 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan (SA08 UUO) between August 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 27 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Steering (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
SA08 UUO Mileage History
- 16/08/202485,044 mi
- 16/08/202485,047 mi+3 mi
- 28/08/202593,367 mi+8,320 mi
- 28/08/202593,367 mi
- 27/08/2026101,865 mi+8,498 mi
Average of roughly 8,289 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Volkswagen Volkswagen Tiguan Mk1 (5N)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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