Volkswagen Tiguan (2023)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 35 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£2,086

£174/month

MOT Pass Rate

97%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 18-32

2000cc Petrol

Great Choice

97% pass rate, £2,086/year to run. 15 points above average.

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Petrol2000cc3 years old35 tests9k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 2000cc)

~36 mpg

£1,631

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£2,086

Per month£174/mo

Per week£40/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

97% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 15 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Volkswagen brand average of 85%.

97% of MOT tests on Volkswagen Tiguans from 2023 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about a year old. That's based on 35 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 9,480 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2023 models67th of 165(top half)

Rank among Volkswagen models55th of 1,086(top 6%)

vs average of all models+15%(82% avg)

vs 2023 models average+2%(95% avg)

vs Volkswagen average+12%(85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

9,480

Average miles

7,400

Expected for age

The average 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan had 9,480 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is above the expected 7,400 miles for a 1-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.

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Best Year to Buy?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2020 model has the highest MOT pass rate at 92%, while the 2008 model has the lowest at 77%. The 2023 scores 97%, but cars from 2023 weren't due their first routine MOT until 2026, so its figure isn't compared here. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.

Volkswagen Tiguan by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2023	97%	35	9,480 mi
2022	93%	238	27,087 mi
2021	90%	15,071	31,481 mi
2020	92%	20,269	36,294 mi
2019	91%	30,015	43,557 mi
2018	91%	54,085	53,419 mi
2017	91%	50,453	63,085 mi
2016	89%	34,191	69,653 mi
2015	85%	34,973	76,932 mi
2014	83%	28,080	84,406 mi
2013	82%	23,451	92,987 mi
2012	80%	17,206	104,405 mi
2011	78%	13,243	113,255 mi
2010	77%	13,554	118,197 mi
2009	78%	12,129	123,242 mi
2008	77%	8,740	129,947 mi

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About the 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan

The 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan is a family car. Our records list a 2000cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 35 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all models from 2023, the average MOT pass rate is 95%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 9,480 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Volkswagen Tiguan owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2023 Volkswagen Tiguan Fuel Costs

The 2000cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,631 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,086 (£174/month), broken down as £1,631 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 97% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Volkswagen Tiguan Reliability Trend

Newer Volkswagen Tiguans pass their MOT more often than older ones, by 11 percentage points on average, which is mostly down to age and wear.

Buying a Used 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan

At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet. If you're flexible on year, the 2020 model has the highest pass rate at 92%. Note: with only 35 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Oil Consumption

Low risk

Larger petrol engines can develop higher oil consumption as they age. Check the oil level and look for blue smoke from the exhaust.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
Volkswagen Tiguan(2023)	97%	£1,631	£200	Grp 18-32	£2,086
Mercedes A(2021)	94%	£1,631	£200	Grp 18-32	£2,086same
Ford Ranger(2021)	90%	£1,958	£200	Grp 25-38	£2,413+£327
Skoda Kodiaq(2021)	93%	£1,631	£200	Grp 18-32	£2,086same
BMW M135I Xdrive Auto(2021)	94%	£1,631	£200	Grp 18-32	£2,086same

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan

Is the 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 97% of MOT tests on 2023 Volkswagen Tiguans ended in a pass, from 35 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 15 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan cost to run?

Our estimate is £2,086 a year (£174 a month): £1,631 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £200 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan?

97% of 35 MOT tests on the 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 67th of 165 models first registered in 2023 (top half).

Which year Volkswagen Tiguan has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan has the highest MOT pass rate at 92% and the 2008 the lowest at 77%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan is 9,480 miles, which is above the expected 7,400 miles for a 1-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.