2014 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L Diesel · AP14 VVB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the most recent inspection indicates the onset of minor mechanical wear. Following a clean pass on 4 August 2025 at 65,967 miles, the car initially failed due to a malfunctioning tyre pressure monitoring system and play in the nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint. While these issues were rectified to pass the retest that same day, the transition from a perfectly clean record in previous years to recorded faults suggests that age-related components are beginning to require attention. The mileage profile is notably low for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,500 miles per year. The data shows consistent usage patterns, with a 7,800-mile interval between June 2023 and August 2024, and another 5,700 miles in the following year. This low accumulation generally implies less strain on the engine and drivetrain compared to higher mileage counterparts. However, low-mileage vehicles of this age can suffer from dry seals in brake components or the degradation of rubber bushings, which aligns with the recent fault found in the suspension linkage. A buyer should physically inspect the front suspension to ensure all anti-roll bar linkages and control arm bushes are free of play, as the recent failure on the nearside side indicates these components are reaching the end of their service. The tyre pressure monitoring system also requires verification as it was a point of failure in the 2025 test; the buyer should confirm that no warning lights remain active on the instrument cluster. Given the clean history between 2022 and 2024, the structural integrity and primary braking systems appear well-maintained relative to the vehicle's age.