2017 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L Diesel · DN67 KUG

This 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan presents a notably clean MOT record across the five tests recorded from 2021 through December 2024, with every examination returning a pass and zero advisories or defects entered against the vehicle. A clean sheet across consecutive tests covering roughly three years of roadworthiness scrutiny is a strong indicator that the braking system, suspension geometry, steering components, exhaust integrity, and structural underbody have all remained within DVSA pass tolerances without any borderline wear being flagged. The December 2024 pass confirms the vehicle remained compliant at its most recent assessment, and the absence of any recurring advisories on items such as brake discs, pads, coil springs, or anti-roll bar components suggests no developing wear patterns were left unaddressed. Mechanically, this is the kind of consistent pass history that points to a vehicle which has been kept in serviceable condition throughout its recent life, with no recorded deterioration trend visible in the official test data. The recorded mileage of 90,558 miles over nine years equates to an annual accumulation of roughly 10,062 miles, which sits squarely within the typical usage band for a vehicle of this age. There are no extended gaps between test dates that would suggest prolonged periods off the road, and the testing intervals from September 2021 through December 2024 indicate the car has been in continuous active use. A mileage profile of around ten thousand miles per year is generally favourable for component longevity, as it implies regular fluid circulation through the drivetrain, steady brake and tyre rotation, and consistent exercise of seals and bushes rather than the intermittent use that can accelerate drying and corrosion of underbody components. This usage pattern reduces the likelihood of seizing calipers, perished rubber boots, or crystallised brake hydraulic seals that often affect low-mileage or stored vehicles. For a prospective buyer evaluating this Tiguan, the absence of recorded advisories means there are no specific wear items flagged by DVSA examiners to investigate beyond a standard pre-purchase inspection, but the mileage does warrant attention to components that naturally accumulate wear on a vehicle approaching the 90,000 mile mark. Particular focus should be given to the dual-clutch or automatic gearbox service history, including the condition of the mechatronic unit if fitted, as well as the timing chain and balance shaft components on the TSI petrol or TDI diesel engines commonly fitted to this generation. On a test drive, listen for any rattle from the timing chain on cold start, feel for smooth gear selection without hesitation or shunt, and check for any evidence of oil seepage around the cam chain cover or sump gasket. The turbocharger actuator and boost response under load should also be assessed, as worn turbo components are a known concern on higher-mileage TSI units. Suspension and braking components should be physically inspected rather than assumed sound purely on the MOT outcome, given the vehicle has covered substantial mileage without recent test scrutiny of wear progression. Press each front wheel firmly from side to side at the hub to detect any play in the suspension arms, drop-links, or anti-roll bar bushes, and listen for clonking over uneven surfaces which would indicate worn top mounts or strut bearings. At the rear, check the trailing arm bushes and coil spring seats, as these are prone to deformation on Tiguans that have carried heavy loads or towed regularly. On the road, the brake pedal should feel firm without sponginess, the steering should remain centred without pull under braking, and there should be no vibration through the steering wheel or pedal under firm stops which would indicate warped discs. A thorough underbody inspection for any emerging corrosion around the rear axle mounting points, exhaust hangers, and brake pipe runs would be prudent given the vehicle's coastal or winter road exposure is not recorded but cannot be ruled out.