2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L Diesel · KM60 AEN

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile following its most recent test on 16 April 2026 at 157,769 miles, which resulted in a pass despite a damaged windscreen. While the vehicle has maintained a consistent pass record, the history reveals a recent trend of suspension-related failures. The tester flagged fractured rear coil springs during the failed test on 7 April 2025 at 153,899 miles, which were rectified for the subsequent pass in April 2025. This follows a more significant failure in March 2024 at 139,767 miles where the tester identified a fractured offside front coil spring, a seriously weakened nearside rear suspension arm due to corrosion, and an SRS warning lamp fault. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 10,500 miles per year. The records show steady usage from 42,770 miles in February 2015 through to the current 157,769 miles. There are no significant gaps in the testing timeline that would suggest long periods of inactivity. The increase from 111,031 miles in April 2022 to 139,806 miles in March 2024 shows a slightly higher usage period, but the overall progression remains typical for a diesel or petrol SUV of this era. A prospective buyer should focus heavily on the condition of the suspension and chassis components. The 2024 failure specifically highlighted serious corrosion on a nearside rear suspension arm, and the recurring issues with fractured coil springs suggest the suspension system is reaching the end of its service life. A physical inspection should verify that the recent repairs to the springs and arms have addressed the underlying structural integrity. The tester also noted worn brake discs in 2019, so checking the thickness and surface condition of the discs and pads is advisable. Tyre maintenance appears to be a recurring minor issue. The records show tyres worn close to the legal limit in 2022, 2024, and during the 2024 failure. While these are consumable items, the frequency suggests the previous owner may have been reactive rather than proactive with tyre replacement. Finally, the SRS fault noted in March 2024 should be checked to ensure the airbag system is fully functional and that no warning lights remain active on the dashboard.