2015 Volkswagen Tiguan 1.4L Petrol · GV15 HGE

The most recent MOT on 2025-05-27 recorded a fail with multiple issues, including TPMS light on, fuel cap seal cracking, and suspension bush wear on both front lower arms. Headlamp aim was also too high on both sides, adding to the list of defects. This contrasts with the earlier pass on the same date, which noted similar suspension wear but no headlamp issues. The dual entries suggest potential inconsistencies or repeated failures in addressing the same concerns. Recurring mechanical patterns include suspension bush wear (noted in 2025, 2023, and 2022 MOTs) and brake disc wear (documented in 2023 and 2022). While the suspension issues were described as “not resulting in excessive movement,” their persistence across multiple checks indicates a gradual degradation trend. The new headlamp aim defects in 2025 signal a potential worsening of alignment or component wear, though this may be unrelated to the suspension issues. The vehicle’s mileage of 42,656 miles at 11 years old equates to roughly 3,878 miles per year, which is low for its age. This could imply lighter use or extended periods of inactivity, which might accelerate wear on static components (e.g., seals, bushings) or lead to corrosion. However, the absence of major defects in earlier MOTs (2024, 2023, 2022) suggests the vehicle has generally been well-maintained, with issues emerging more recently.