Volkswagen Tiguan (2013)
2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
CarHunch analysed 12,869 real MOT records for the 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2013 Tiguan passes its MOT first time at 85%, a solid 5 percentage points above the UK average, though one in three of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—a concern worth taking seriously during any inspection. Petrol models edge ahead at 87.7% versus the diesel's 85%, but the difference is marginal.
At 66,954 miles average for an 11-year-old car, these Tiguans are running slightly high, yet still generating 1.88 failures per test on average, suggesting maintenance hasn't kept pace with mileage. The 15.7 advisories per vehicle point to accumulated wear rather than catastrophic issues, but before you buy one, insist on a pre-purchase inspection that specifically checks brake systems, suspension, and emissions equipment—the areas where older Tiguans most often fall short.
What to check before buying a 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 33.3% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (97%) | 12,431 | 85% | 1.89 |
| Petrol (3%) | 436 | 87.7% | 1.41 |
| Other (0%) | 1 | 66.7% | 1 |
| Diesel (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan vehicles fall between 51,753 and 79,881 miles.
2013 Volkswagen Tiguan — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 11,729 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 95% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2016–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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55.8%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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53.6%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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35.6%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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34.3%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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26.1%
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
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25.6%
Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
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25.2%
Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
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24.7%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2013. Counts include advisories and failures.
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