CarCostCheck

VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN (2017)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 50,453 real MOT tests in 2024.

Share:XFacebookWhatsApp

MOT Pass Rate

91%

Total Tests (2024)

50,453

Avg Mileage

63,085 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,482

Is the 2017 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 9 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the VOLKSWAGEN brand average of 85%.

At 7 years old, 91% of VOLKSWAGEN TIGUANs from 2017 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 50,453 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 63,085 miles.

How does the 2017 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN compare?

Rank among all 2017 cars163th out of 579(top 28%)
Rank among all VOLKSWAGEN models368th out of 1,118(top 33%)
vs national average+9% (82% avg)
vs 2017 cars average+4% (87% avg)
vs VOLKSWAGEN average+6% (85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2017 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN has 63,085 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 51,800 miles for a 7-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.

Best year to buy a VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN?

The most reliable year is the 2022 model with a 93% MOT pass rate, while the 2008 model has the lowest at 77%. The 2017 sits between the two at 91%.

How much does a 2017 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Diesel, 1968cc)
£1,037
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,482
Per month£124/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202397%359,480 mi
202293%23827,087 mi
202190%15,07131,481 mi
202092%20,26936,294 mi
201991%30,01543,557 mi
201891%54,08553,419 mi
201791%50,45363,085 mi
201689%34,19169,653 mi
201585%34,97376,932 mi
201483%28,08084,406 mi
201382%23,45192,987 mi
201280%17,206104,405 mi
201178%13,243113,255 mi
201077%13,554118,197 mi
200978%12,129123,242 mi
200877%8,740129,947 mi

Checking a specific VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN?

Enter the reg plate to see its individual MOT history, mileage verification, and predicted costs.

GB

Free instant check using official DVSA and DVLA data

About the 2017 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN

The 2017 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN is a family car with a 1968cc diesel engine. 50,453 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. Among all cars from 2017, the average MOT pass rate is 87%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 63,085 miles at 7 years old, VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2017 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN Fuel Costs

The 1968cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 48 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,037 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). Diesel cars of this age should have their DPF (diesel particulate filter) checked, as replacements can be costly.

What does it cost to own a 2017 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,482 (£124/month), broken down as £1037 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 91% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN Reliability Trend

Newer VOLKSWAGEN TIGUANs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 11 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2017 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN

At 7 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. If you're flexible on year, the 2022 model has the highest pass rate at 93%. With 50,453 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Alternatives to the 2017 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN

The VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN is actually the most reliable option among similar diesel family cars from this era. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines: