2016 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L Diesel · LY51 ANE

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a clear shift toward deferred braking component replacement. The most recent test in October 2025 at 34,882 miles flagged thin front brake pads and pitted, scored discs on both sides. This follows a similar pattern noted in October 2024 at 32,126 miles where rear pads were identified as thin and front discs showed wear. While the vehicle consistently passes, the recurring nature of these advisories suggests a reactive rather than proactive approach to servicing. The mileage profile is notably low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,500 miles per year. The record shows a clean history between 2019 and 2021 where no defects were recorded across 17,000 miles. However, the interval between 2022 and 2025 saw an increase in recorded mileage coinciding with the appearance of wear-related issues on tyres and braking systems. The low annual usage often leads to surface corrosion on brake components due to lack of use, which explains the pitting and scoring observed on the discs in more recent tests. A buyer should specifically inspect the braking system to ensure the current pads and discs have been replaced since the October 2025 test. The history of uneven tyre wear noted in 2022 and 2023 also indicates potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes that require a physical check. Given the low mileage, the inspection should also include a thorough check for rubber degradation in seals and seized brake calipers, which frequently occur when a vehicle sits for extended periods.