2020 Volkswagen Tiguan Evo S-A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 10,321 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan Evo S-A, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 92.3% was above the average for cars of a similar age (90.6%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.4% | 353 |
| 2 | Brakes | 2.3% | 242 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.7% | 172 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.4% | 148 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 1.2% | 122 |
| 6 | Suspension | 1.0% | 103 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brake pads | 197 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 186 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 133 |
| 4 | SRS malfunction indicator lamp | 105 |
| 5 | Wipers | 99 |
| 6 | Pins and bushes | 66 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 22.1% | 2,281 |
| 2 | Brakes | 16.2% | 1,673 |
| 3 | Other defects | 9.8% | 1,016 |
| 4 | Suspension | 8.5% | 881 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.3% | 241 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.6% | 58 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 5,507 | 5.6% |
| 30-60k | 4,363 | 10.1% |
| 60-90k | 415 | 10.8% |
| 90-120k | 31 | 6.5% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 182 | 2.2% |
| 2023 | 3,487 | 8.0% |
| 2024 | 3,320 | 7.8% |
| 2025 | 3,330 | 7.7% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Tiguan Evo S-A
Before buying a 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan Evo S-A, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 3.4% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (3.4% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Brakes (2.3% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Lighting & signalling (1.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan Evo S-As pass their MOT?
92.3% of the 10,321 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan Evo S-A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan Evo S-A?
Tyres, recorded in 3.4% of tests, followed by brakes (2.3%).
Does the 2020 Tiguan Evo S-A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.6% in the 0-30k band to 6.5% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 10,321 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.