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VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN ALLSPACE R-LINE TDI S-A (2018)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 41 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

93%

Total Tests (2024)

41

Avg Mileage

56,118 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,482

Is the 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN ALLSPACE R-LINE TDI S-A reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 11 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the VOLKSWAGEN brand average of 85%.

At 6 years old, 93% of VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN ALLSPACE R-LINE TDI S-As from 2018 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 41 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 56,118 miles.

How does the 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN ALLSPACE R-LINE TDI S-A compare?

Rank among all 2018 cars206th out of 649(top 32%)
Rank among all VOLKSWAGEN models292th out of 1,118(top 26%)
vs national average+11% (82% avg)
vs 2018 cars average+4% (89% avg)
vs VOLKSWAGEN average+8% (85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN ALLSPACE R-LINE TDI S-A has 56,118 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.

How much does a 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN ALLSPACE R-LINE TDI S-A 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 ALLSPACE R-LINE TDI S-A by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
201987%45449,003 mi
201893%4156,118 mi

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About the 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN ALLSPACE R-LINE TDI S-A

The 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN ALLSPACE R-LINE TDI S-A is a family car with a 1968cc diesel engine. 41 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2018, the average MOT pass rate is 89%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 56,118 miles at 6 years old, VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN ALLSPACE R-LINE TDI S-A owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2018 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN ALLSPACE R-LINE TDI S-A 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 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN ALLSPACE R-LINE TDI S-A?

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 93% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN ALLSPACE R-LINE TDI S-A

At 6 years old, the VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN ALLSPACE R-LINE TDI S-A offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. Note: with only 41 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Alternatives to the 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN ALLSPACE R-LINE TDI S-A

The VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN ALLSPACE R-LINE TDI S-A is actually the most reliable option among similar diesel family cars from this era. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines: