2022 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L Diesel · DE72 ABX

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan was conducted on 3 July 2026, resulting in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded against the vehicle. The preceding test on 15 November 2025 also returned a clean pass with no advisories or failures noted. With two consecutive tests showing entirely clear outcomes and no recorded advisories relating to wear items such as brake components, tyres, suspension, or corrosion, the documented maintenance trend is stable and suggests the vehicle has been maintained to a satisfactory roadworthy standard at the time of inspection. The absence of any flagged monitoring items means there is no specific DVSA-recorded mechanical concern to investigate further, although a clean MOT record should always be supplemented by an independent pre-purchase inspection given the limited granularity of MOT data. The recorded mileage of 48,785 miles over an approximate four-year service life equates to an annual accumulation of around 12,196 miles, which sits above the typical UK average for a privately owned vehicle of this age. This higher-than-average usage implies that the consumable components of the vehicle, including brake pads and discs, tyres, clutch or DSG transmission components where applicable, and suspension bushes and shock absorbers, will have experienced proportionally greater wear than a lower-mileage equivalent. The MOT records show a reasonable spread of usage between the two tests, with no anomalous gaps that might suggest prolonged standing periods, and the mileage progression is consistent with regular everyday driving rather than short-trip urban abuse or long-term storage. Nevertheless, a prospective buyer should anticipate that items such as the timing belt or chain service interval, brake fluid renewal, and automatic transmission fluid may be approaching or due depending on manufacturer schedule adherence. Given the clean MOT history and the relatively young age of this Tiguan, physical inspection should concentrate on age-related degradation rather than wear from extreme mileage. Tyres warrant close scrutiny for sidewall perishing and cracking, which can occur on relatively low-wear tyres due to UV exposure and ozone damage, particularly if the vehicle has been kept outdoors; the production date code on the sidewall should be checked against current age, and any tyres over five years old from manufacture should be regarded as approaching the end of their safe service life regardless of tread depth. Similarly, brake discs should be inspected for surface corrosion and the calipers examined for any signs of seizing or binding, which can manifest as uneven pad wear, pulling under braking, or a spongy pedal feel. A test drive should include firm braking from a moderate speed to detect any brake shudder, vibration through the steering wheel, or pulsing from the pedal that would indicate disc warping. Beyond the mechanical wear items, several calendar-based service requirements merit verification given the vehicle's age. The 12-volt battery health should be assessed, as modern Volkswagen vehicles are sensitive to voltage drop and a failing battery can produce a range of electrical faults including warning lights and infotainment glitches; a battery test using a load or conductance tester will confirm its state. Coolant, brake fluid, and if fitted DSG or automatic transmission fluid should be verified as having been renewed within manufacturer-specified intervals, as these degrade with time rather than mileage alone and omission can lead to corrosion within the cooling system, brake pedal fade under sustained use, or compromised transmission performance. Finally, confirmation should be sought that the vehicle has been serviced in accordance with the Volkswagen fixed or flexible service schedule, ideally evidenced by a stamped service book or digital service history, and that any applicable manufacturer warranty or extended cover remains in force, as the vehicle is still within its original warranty period based on its registration date.