2019 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L Diesel · KY19 NAD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance history indicates a pattern of reactive rather than preventative maintenance. The most recent test conducted in September 2025 at 121,551 miles passed with only an advisory for front tyres reaching the legal limit and showing edge wear. While the vehicle passed without defects in August 2024, the recurring issues with suspension and braking components suggest that parts are only addressed once they reach a point of failure or major wear. The mileage profile is high for a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 17,300 miles per year. There is a significant surge in usage between August 2022 (51,504 miles) and August 2023 (82,664 miles), where the car covered over 31,000 miles in just much months. This rapid accumulation places considerable stress on the drivetrain, suspension, and consumable wear items, which is consistent with the frequent failures of suspension arm bushes and brake pads noted during that specific period. A buyer must closely inspect the front suspension, as the 2023 failure at 82,661 miles highlighted an heavily worn inner artwork on the nearside front lower suspension arm. Given the high mileage and the previous report of oil misting on the nearside front shock absorber in 2022, a physical check for leaks and play in the artwork is essential. The recurring mention of edge wear on tyres across multiple years also suggests a consistent alignment issue or worn suspension components that have not been fully rectified. The braking system requires attention, particularly at the rear axle, after the tester flagged thin nearside rear brake pads in 2023. The TPMS light noted in 2022 should also be verified to ensure the system is functional and not simply an ignored warning. Because the vehicle operates at high mileage, the structural integrity of the underbody components and the condition of the exhaust system should be examined to ensure no hidden corrosion is developing beyond what the MOT records have yet captured.