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VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN (2019)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 30,015 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

91%

Total Tests (2024)

30,015

Avg Mileage

43,557 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,482

Is the 2019 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 5 years old, 91% of VOLKSWAGEN TIGUANs from 2019 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 30,015 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 43,557 miles.

How does the 2019 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN compare?

Rank among all 2019 cars633th out of 1,419(top 45%)
Rank among all VOLKSWAGEN models369th out of 1,118(top 33%)
vs national average+9% (82% avg)
vs 2019 cars average+1% (90% avg)
vs VOLKSWAGEN average+6% (85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2019 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN has 43,557 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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 2019 sits between the two at 91%.

How much does a 2019 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

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About the 2019 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN

The 2019 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN is a family car with a 1968cc diesel engine. 30,015 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. Among all cars from 2019, the average MOT pass rate is 90%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 43,557 miles at 5 years old, VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2019 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 2019 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 2019 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN

At 5 years old, the VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2022 model has the highest pass rate at 93%. With 30,015 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Alternatives to the 2019 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: