2016 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN2.0L DIESEL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a clear shift towards reactive repairs regarding consumable components. The most recent test in December 2025 at 70,904 miles identified a cluster of advisories involving the suspension, braking system, and tyres. While the vehicle passed, the volume of noted defects suggests that the previous owner was only addressing the bare minimum required to pass the MOT rather than performing preventative maintenance on aging mechanical parts. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per annum. There is a steady progression of roughly 9,000 miles between January 2023 and December 2024, and another 8,300 miles between December 2024 and December 2025. This regular usage suggests the car has not sat stationary for long periods, which is generally positive for seals and fluid components, though the low annual mileage has not prevented age-related rubber degradation seen in the tyres. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension geometry, as worn suspension arm pins and bushes have appeared in records from both 2023 and 2025. The recurring nature of these faults indicates that the front end is reaching the limit of its functional life. Furthermore, the front brake discs were flagged as pitted and scored in the December 2025 test, which will likely require immediate replacement to ensure effective stopping performance. The history of cracking and perishing on multiple tyres across 2024 and 2025 confirms that the rubber compound is failing due to age rather than just tread wear. The buyer should check the sidewalls of all four tyres for deep fractures. Given the multiple advisories on the latest report, a budget should be set aside for a new set of tyres and front suspension components shortly following purchase.