2008 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L Diesel · AV08 WTL

The vehicle currently maintains a roadworthy state, showing a stable maintenance trend over the last three years. The most recent MOT test on 17 July 2025 at 74,428 miles passed with no recorded defects, following a failure just one week prior at 74,191 miles. While the record does not specify the reason for the early July failure, the immediate subsequent pass suggests a minor administrative error or a easily rectified consumable issue that was addressed promptly before the re-test. The mileage profile is notably low for an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,135 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between July 2023 and June 2024, where the car covered only 1,112 miles in eleven months. However, usage increased sharply with 9,296 miles covered between June 2024 and July 2025. This low annual mileage often reduces mechanical engine wear but increases the risk of degradation in rubber components, fluid acidity, and brake corrosion if the vehicle has sat stationary for extended periods. A buyer should conduct a physical inspection focusing on the suspension and braking system, as low-use vehicles frequently suffer from seized caliper pistons and perished bushings. Check the control arm bushes for cracking and inspect the brake discs for surface pitting or thinning from infrequent use. Given the vehicle's age, a thorough check of the structural integrity and underbody corrosion for corrosion is essential, as the MOT only identifies rust once it has reached a specific legal threshold.