2013 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN2.0L DIESEL

The Volkswagen Tiguan’s most recent MOT test on 3 March 2026 confirms the vehicle remains roadworthy, with no defects recorded at 105,845 miles. However, the history reveals a concerning pattern of recurring issues, particularly in the front suspension and tyre condition, despite passing tests. The 2023 failure at 81,205 miles highlighted extensively worn lower suspension arm bushes on both sides, a fault that suggests either deferred maintenance or a lack of proactive replacement. While the vehicle passed subsequent tests, the 2024 and 2025 records still flagged tyres worn close to the legal limit, indicating inconsistent upkeep—tyres are a consumable but their repeated neglect implies basic maintenance has been overlooked. The most recent clean pass does not erase the need for immediate verification of these components. The mileage progression of 8,142 miles annually over 13 years aligns with typical usage for this age, though the 2023 failure at 81,205 miles—just two miles before the passing test—suggests either a rushed inspection or a vehicle that was driven until critical faults emerged. The gap between tests is standard, but the absence of any advisories or further failures after the suspension repair implies the owner addressed the immediate suspension issue. Still, the steady accumulation of mileage without intervening major faults could mask underlying wear in components like driveshafts, differentials, or timing belts, which are not routinely checked in MOTs. A buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of the front suspension, particularly the lower arm bushes and their mounting points, as the 2023 failure indicates severe degradation. Binding brakes on the offside front in 2023 warrant checking for caliper seizure, rotor runout, or master cylinder efficiency. The repeated tyre wear advisories demand inspection of wheel alignment, tyre pressures, and potential subframe corrosion affecting wheel bearings. Given the age and mileage, the condition of the exhaust system for leaks or rust penetration, as well as the state of the driveshaft joints and differential seals, should also be examined. The absence of recent advisories does not guarantee these areas are sound—only that they passed the last test without obvious failure.