2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L Diesel · K80 BAW

This 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan presents as currently roadworthy, having passed its November 2025 MOT with a single advisory for rear inner brake pads wearing thin. The maintenance trend is stable but not flawless. Earlier tests from 2021 through 2023 were clean, but the 2024 and 2025 records flag components that suggest wear is beginning to accumulate. The chassis and structure have no recorded corrosion or structural failures, which is encouraging for a fifteen-year-old vehicle. The mileage pattern is consistent. From November 2021 at 108,837 miles to November 2025 at 141,864 miles, the car covered roughly 33,000 miles in four years, or about 8,250 miles annually. This sits slightly below the typical 9,458 miles per year average for its age, indicating steady, moderate use without prolonged periods of inactivity or exceptionally high annual mileage. The recorded intervals show no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps. A buyer should focus in-person inspection on the items flagged in recent tests. The nearside front shock absorber was noted with reduced damping effect in 2024; check for fluid leaks or degraded ride control. The central prop shaft bearing had slight play at the same test, so listen for driveline vibrations under acceleration. The 2025 advisory points to rear inner brake pads wearing thin, meaning a brake service is imminent. No recurring structural issues or serious mechanical failures appear in the history, but these specific components warrant immediate attention to maintain long-term reliability.