2013 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L Diesel · DP13 CCD

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a reactive maintenance approach rather than preventative care. While it passed its latest test on 7 August 2025 at 100,878 miles, this followed a significant failure that same day due to a major central exhaust leak, an inoperative rear fog lamp, and an insecure boot lid. The presence of a major exhaust-related failure suggests that mechanical defects are only addressed when mandated by legal requirements, which increases the risk of unforeseen component failure. At 100,878 miles over 13 years, the vehicle averages approximately 7,760 miles per annum, which is consistent with typical light usage for an SUV. The mileage data shows consistent testing intervals, with roughly 8,200 miles covered between August 2023 and July 2024, and another 6,600 miles between July 2024 and August 2025. While the mileage is not excessive, the age of the vehicle means that rubber components and structural elements are subject to degradation irrespective of distance. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the exhaust system and mounting points, as the corroded sleeve indicates potential for further structural rust in the system. The history shows a persistent trend of neglecting tyres, with all four tyres flagged as being near or on the legal limit across 2023, 2024, and 2025. This suggests a lack of attention to basic consumable maintenance. Furthermore, the reported failure of the engine management indication light in July 2024 necessitates a raises scan to ensure there are lingering sensor faults or issues issues that were cleared but not properly rectified.