Volkswagen Tiguan S TSI Evo (2019)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 208 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,853

£154/month

MOT Pass Rate

90%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 12-25

1498cc Petrol

Great Choice

90% pass rate, £1,853/year to run. 8 points above average.

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Petrol1498cc7 years old208 tests49k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1498cc)

~42 mpg

£1,398

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,853

Per month£154/mo

Per week£36/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

90% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 8 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Volkswagen brand average of 85%.

90% of MOT tests on Volkswagen Tiguan S TSI Evos from 2019 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 5 years old. That's based on 208 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 48,607 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2019 models844th of 1,380(bottom half)

Rank among Volkswagen models452nd of 1,086(top half)

vs average of all models+8%(82% avg)

vs 2019 models average+0%(90% avg)

vs Volkswagen average+5%(85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

48,607

Average miles

37,000

Expected for age

The average 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan S TSI Evo had 48,607 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is above the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-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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Volkswagen Tiguan S TSI Evo by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2020	87%	104	48,555 mi
2019	90%	208	48,607 mi

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Ford Fiesta

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About the 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan S TSI Evo

The 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan S TSI Evo is a small family car. Our records list a 1498cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 208 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all models from 2019, the average MOT pass rate is 90%, and this model matches that benchmark.

With an average of 48,607 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Volkswagen Tiguan S TSI Evo owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2019 Volkswagen Tiguan S TSI Evo Fuel Costs

The 1498cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,398 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 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan S TSI Evo?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,853 (£154/month), broken down as £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 90% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan S TSI Evo

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.

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.

Suspension Wear

Medium risk

Shock absorbers, springs, and anti-roll bar links typically need attention around this age. Listen for clunks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear.

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 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan S TSI Evo 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 S TSI Evo(2019)	90%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853
Ford Fiesta(2018)	90%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630-£223
Ford Focus(2017)	89%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£2,003+£150
Nissan Qashqai(2017)	86%	£1,175	£200	Grp 5-15	£1,780-£73
Vauxhall Corsa(2017)	82%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,003+£150

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 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan S TSI Evo

Is the 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan S TSI Evo reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 90% of MOT tests on 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan S TSI Evos ended in a pass, from 208 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 8 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan S TSI Evo cost to run?

Our estimate is £1,853 a year (£154 a month): £1,398 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 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan S TSI Evo?

90% of 208 MOT tests on the 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan S TSI Evo ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 844th of 1,380 models first registered in 2019 (bottom half).

Which year Volkswagen Tiguan S TSI Evo has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan S TSI Evo has the highest MOT pass rate at 90% and the 2020 the lowest at 87%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan S TSI Evo?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan S TSI Evo is 48,607 miles, which is above the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.