2022 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L Diesel · DF22 ACY

The vehicle is currently unroadworthy following a critical failure in its most recent MOT test on 17 July 2026. The maintenance trend is worsening, moving from a marginal pass in the previous year to a significant electronic failure. The tester flagged the Engine Management Indicator Lamp as either inoperative or indicating a malfunction, which is a serious defect that masks potential engine performance issues. This failure prevents the vehicle from passing until the electronic fault is diagnosed and rectified. The mileage pattern remains consistent with typical annual usage for a Tiguan, averaging approximately 9,400 miles per year over four years. Between the July 2025 test at 29,243 miles and the July 2026 test at 37,634 miles, the vehicle covered 8,391 miles. While the mileage suggests moderate wear, the 2025 advisories regarding front tyres worn close to the legal limit indicate that the previous owner neglected basic consumable maintenance until prompted by the MOT inspection process. A prospective buyer must prioritize a professional diagnostic investigation into the engine management system to resolve the MIL failure. A scan tool is required to determine if the fault stems from a faulty oxygen sensor, ignition coil, or a more complex wiring issue. Given the previous uneven wear on the front tyres, the buyer should also inspect the suspension geometry and tracking alignment, as persistent edge wear often indicates an alignment issue that can compromise handling and accelerate premature degradation of new tyres.