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VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN LIFE TSI PHEV S-A (2021)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 32 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

84%

Total Tests (2024)

32

Avg Mileage

29,259 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,732

Is the 2021 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN LIFE TSI PHEV S-A reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%.

At 3 years old, 84% of VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN LIFE TSI PHEV S-As from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 32 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 29,259 miles.

How does the 2021 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN LIFE TSI PHEV S-A compare?

Rank among all 2021 cars3189th out of 3,373(top 95%)
Rank among all VOLKSWAGEN models678th out of 1,118(top 61%)
vs national average+2% (82% avg)
vs 2021 cars average-8% (92% avg)
vs VOLKSWAGEN average-1% (85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2021 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN LIFE TSI PHEV S-A has 29,259 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-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 2021 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN LIFE TSI PHEV S-A cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Hybrid, 1395cc)
£1,137
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,732
Per month£144/mo

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

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About the 2021 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN LIFE TSI PHEV S-A

The 2021 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN LIFE TSI PHEV S-A is a small family car with a 1395cc hybrid engine. 32 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 95% of 2021 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 29,259 miles at 3 years old, VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN LIFE TSI PHEV S-A owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2021 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN LIFE TSI PHEV S-A Fuel Costs

The 1395cc hybrid engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current hybrid prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). As a hybrid, real-world fuel costs will vary significantly depending on how much electric-only driving you do.

What does it cost to own a 2021 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN LIFE TSI PHEV S-A?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,732 (£144/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 84% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

Buying a Used 2021 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN LIFE TSI PHEV S-A

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. Note: with only 32 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Alternatives to the 2021 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN LIFE TSI PHEV S-A

If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable hybrid cars with similar engines: