2008 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L Diesel · KX58 XGV

The vehicle currently presents as roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on December 20 2025 with 153,205 miles and no recorded defects. The maintenance trend shows signs of improvement following a period of developing faults in 2024. While the vehicle previously suffered from minor suspension issues, the clean sheet from the latest test suggests that the owner has addressed the mechanical wear and tear identified in previous annual inspections. The mileage pattern is consistent with an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,500 miles per year. Between December 2024 and December 2025, the car covered 6,426 miles, indicating a steady level of use rather than erratic accumulation or long periods of neglect. The tests are regular, occurring annually, which provides a reliable timeline. This consistent history is beneficial for a vehicle of this age to track the degradation of rubber-based components and corrosion-related issues. A buyer should conduct a close physical inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the December 2024 test flagged a worn nearside front suspension arm bush and play in the offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint. Although these were noted as not resulting in excessive movement at the time, they are prone to recurring wear on high-mile SUVs. Also verify the state of the rear braking system; the 2022 record noted pitted rear brake discs and thin pads. Given the time elapsed since, it is essential to ensure these components have been replaced and are not nearing the end of their service life again.