2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L Diesel · CP09 DYA

The most recent DVSA examination on this 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan took place on 14 February 2026, at which point the vehicle passed with no defects or advisories recorded by the tester. This followed a pass in April 2025 and a previous failure on the same date in April 2025, which would suggest a minor or rectification-type issue was identified and immediately resolved, since the subsequent pass on the identical date shows no recorded defects. The trend across the documented history, including passes in May 2024 and June 2023, indicates a stable maintenance profile with no recurring advisories or deterioration in test outcomes. A clean current pass is a positive indicator, but it should be interpreted alongside the vehicle's age and accumulated mileage rather than taken as confirmation of long-term mechanical health. With 163,044 miles recorded on a 17 year old vehicle, this Tiguan has covered approximately 9,591 miles per year, which is broadly typical for its age and class. There are no conspicuous gaps in the annual MOT record that would suggest prolonged standing, nor is there evidence of unusually rapid mileage accumulation that would point to motorway or commercial use. Given the high overall mileage, however, a prospective buyer should expect that consumables such as suspension components, engine and gearbox mountings, and drivetrain items will have been subjected to significant wear cycles. The diesel engines fitted to this model are also known for timing belt servicing intervals, dual mass flywheel concerns, and injector wear at higher mileages, all of which warrant verification through the service book and any available invoices. Although the MOT history is commendably free of advisories, the clean record over such a long period can sometimes mask issues that simply did not fall within the tester's scope on the day, particularly with a vehicle of this age and mileage. On a physical inspection, particular attention should be given to the condition of the tyres, as rubber compounds deteriorate with calendar age regardless of tread depth, and perished sidewalls are a common MOT failure point on older vehicles. The 12 volt battery should be checked for hold charge, as units beyond five or six years of service often struggle to start in colder conditions. Brake discs and calipers are particularly susceptible to corrosion and seizing on vehicles that may have experienced mixed use patterns, so the wheels should be inspected for uneven pad wear or evidence of binding. A thorough test drive should include careful listening for suspension clonks or knocks over speed humps and uneven surfaces, which can point to worn anti-roll bar bushes, drop links, or coil spring seats, all common wear items on a high-mileage Tiguan. The DSG automatic gearbox, where fitted, should be observed for smooth shifts and any hesitation or juddering during low-speed manoeuvres, while diesel variants require attention to the timing belt replacement evidence and any signs of oil leaks from the cam chain area at the rear of the engine. Given the lack of recorded advisories, it is also prudent to confirm that essential time-based servicing has been carried out independently of MOT requirements, including brake fluid changes, coolant renewal, and any gearbox or haldex oil changes relevant to the four-wheel-drive system. Verifying the service book stamps and obtaining evidence of recent major work will provide far greater reassurance than the clean MOT record alone for a vehicle approaching the end of its teenage years.