2013 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L Diesel · CT13 BAO

The 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a completely clean pass on 21 October 2025 at 156,492 miles. The tester recorded no defects whatsoever, indicating the vehicle currently meets all required safety and emissions standards. This absence of advisories or failures in the most recent test suggests diligent upkeep in the preceding months, a positive sign for a car of this age and mileage. The recorded mileage of 156,492 miles over thirteen years equates to roughly 12,038 miles annually, a figure slightly above the national average. The MOT history reveals a consistent accumulation pattern rather than long periods of dormancy. Between the January 2022 test at 125,764 miles and the December 2023 test at 145,689 miles, the Tiguan covered 19,925 miles over nearly two years. A notable gap exists in the record between December 2023 and October 2025, during which the vehicle added only 10,803 miles, suggesting a recent reduction in daily usage. Despite the clean MOT record, buyers must approach the 2022 anomaly with scrutiny. The record shows a failed test on 13 January 2022 at 125,764 miles with no defects recorded, immediately followed by a pass on the same day and mileage. This typically indicates an administrative refusal or an aborted test rather than a mechanical failure, yet it warrants verification that no underlying issues were masked. Given the high mileage, a physical inspection should focus on structural integrity and wear components. Check the suspension bushes and coil springs for deterioration, and examine the brake discs and calipers for uneven wear or binding. Inspect the underbody and arches for corrosion, a common issue on older Tiguans, and verify the exhaust system for leaks, as high-mileage components approach the end of their serviceable life.