2021 Volkswagen Tiguan 1.5L Petrol · GU71 EGX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a decline in mechanical condition during the most recent inspection. While it passed a clean test in August 2024, the subsequent July 2025 test at 23,349 miles revealed several significant wear-related defects. The presence of a non-functioning NSF shock damper and perished front wishbone bushes indicates that rubber and suspension components are degrading due to age and exposure rather than high-mileage. The mileage profile is notably low for a five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,670 miles per year. The gap of 8,984 miles between the August 2024 and July 2025 tests suggests a period of infrequent use. However, low-mileage vehicles often suffer from accelerated degradation of tyres and rubber-based bushings. The 2025 advisory regarding cracked sidewalls and 3mm tread on the front suggests the vehicle may have sat stationary for extended periods, causing the rubber to perish despite having sufficient tread depth. A buyer must physically inspect the front suspension assembly to ensure the perished wishbone bushes and shock damper have been professionally replaced since the July 2025 failure. The record also flags uneven wear on the front tyres and age-related cracking, which necessitates an immediate alignment check and tyre replacement. Given the previous failure for ineffective wipers in 2024, verify the current blades and motor for streaking or damage to ensure visibility issues remain fully addressed.