2017 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L Diesel · BA55 RAF

The 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan presents a highly favourable mechanical status following its June 2026 test at 41,295 miles, which passed with zero defects. The maintenance trend is demonstrably stable and improving. A 2022 advisory regarding a corroded nearside rear coil spring no longer appears, indicating the previous owner rectified the corrosion before the subsequent clean tests in 2023 and 2024. Current roadworthiness is excellent, with no outstanding defects compromising structural integrity or safety. Accumulating roughly 4,588 miles annually, this vehicle has seen exceptionally light use for its nine-year lifespan. The mileage progression is entirely consistent, showing no gaps in testing or sudden spikes in usage. Between the June 2025 test at 37,845 miles and the June 2026 test at 41,295 miles, the Tiguan covered 3,450 miles. Prior annual increments ranged from 3,715 to 4,695 miles, reflecting steady, low-frequency driving rather than prolonged periods of inactivity. Despite the clean MOT record, a physical inspection of the chassis and consumables remains essential. Low-mileage vehicles often sit for extended durations, which can lead to seized brake calipers, binding handbrake mechanisms, and perished rubber suspension bushes. Although the tester flagged a corroded nearside rear coil spring in 2022, the subsequent passes do not guarantee the replacement part or adjacent suspension components remain entirely free from wear or rust. Examine the inner tyre sidewalls for age-related cracking, as the rubber degrades with time regardless of tread depth.