2013 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L Diesel · HB02 CCB

The 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan presents a mixed maintenance picture. The most recent test on 1 September 2025 at 102,889 miles passed, yet the same advisory for worn nearside and offside front lower suspension arm rear bushes has persisted since September 2024. This recurrence across two consecutive annual tests without repair suggests a worsening wear trend that has been tolerated rather than resolved. The vehicle remains roadworthy under current standards, but the unresolved suspension wear indicates deferred maintenance that a buyer should treat as a red flag. The mileage accumulation is consistent and unremarkable for a vehicle of this age. Between September 2021 and September 2025, the recorded miles rose from 72,670 to 102,889, averaging roughly 7,500 miles per year. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes in the annual MOT readings, and the testing pattern itself is regular, with tests completed each September. The data is clean and continuous, showing no evidence of long periods standing or odometer anomalies. The recurring suspension bush wear is the most significant technical concern. Both front lower arm rear bushes were flagged as worn but not yet causing excessive movement in 2024, and the same advisory carried over into the 2025 pass without any recorded repair. This implies the deterioration has likely progressed beyond the advisory threshold. A buyer should have the front suspension inspected on a ramp, checking for play in the lower arms and any associated knocking or vagueness in steering. The earlier brake-related advisories from 2021 and 2022, covering worn pads, rusty disc edges, and a light oil misting on the offside front shock absorber, do not appear in the more recent records, suggesting those items may have been addressed. Still, a physical inspection of the front shock absorbers for fresh oil misting and a check of the brake disc condition remains prudent. Beyond the flagged items, the 2024 advisory for a slightly damaged and low-tread offside rear tyre highlights a pattern of minor consumable neglect. A buyer should carefully inspect all four tyres for uneven wear, cracking, and remaining tread depth, paying close attention to the nearside rear, which was not flagged but may share the same neglect. The 2022 note about rusty front brake disc edges also warrants a visual check of the underside and suspension components for any signs of corrosion that could affect structural integrity, particularly around the front subframe and lower arm mounting points where the bushes are already wearing.