2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L Diesel · DV12 KPP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While the most recent test in June 2025 at 91,981 miles shows the car passing with advisories for worn front suspension bushes and a perished nearside rear tyre, these issues represent a regression from the clean 2023 record. The transition from multiple mechanical failures to a pass with minor advisories suggests the current owner is only addressing faults once they fail inspection rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 91,981 miles over 14 years, the Tiguan averages approximately 6,570 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for an SUV of this age. The mileage accumulation is consistent, with roughly 5,000 miles covered between the June 2024 and June 2025 tests and another 5,200 miles between July 2023 and June 2024. This steady usage suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to extreme stress, but the age-related degradation of rubber components remains a factor. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension geometry. The record shows a recurring issue with front suspension arm bushes, which were flagged as excessively worn in 2023 and remained noted as worn in 2025. This indicates the components were not replaced following the initial failure, potentially leading to poor handling or uneven tyre wear. Additionally, the anti-roll bar linkage dust covers previously failed in 2023 should be checked for signs of tearing or grease leakage, which would signal imminent joint failure. The nearside rear tyre requires immediate attention as it was flagged for cracking and perishing in both 2024 and 2025, suggesting the rubber is reaching its structural limit despite tread depth. Given the fractured nearside rear coil spring recorded in 2023, the buyer should also inspect the remaining springs for signs of sagging or corrosion to ensure the structural repair was completed correctly.