2016 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L Diesel · HS16 BYD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding deferred repairs on wear components. In the most recent test in March 2026 at 93,929 miles, the car failed initially due to thin rear brake pads, perished rear tyres, and loose undertrays. Although it passed shortly after these repairs, the presence of worn front brake discs and failing front suspension arm bushes indicates that the owner is only addressing faults once they reach the threshold of an MOT failure rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,400 miles per year. Between March 2023 at 70,983 miles and March 2024 at 81,416 miles, the car covered roughly 10,000 miles, showing steady usage. However, the jump of 9,179 miles between March 2024 and March 2025 coincides with a significant decline in component condition, specifically regarding tyres reaching the legal limit and the thinning of brake components noted in subsequent records. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension, as the lower control arm bushes have been flagged as worn in two consecutive years across 2025 and 2026. This suggests the rubber is degrading and will soon require total replacement. The front brake discs are pitted and scored as of the 2026 test, indicating they are nearing the end of their effective life. Additionally, verify the rear tyres for further cracking or perishing, as the 2026 failure highlighted significant age damage to the rubber compound regardless of remaining tread depth.