2021 Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line TSI S-A 1.5L Petrol · KY71 XVC

The 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line currently presents a stable and improving mechanical trend, culminating in a fully clean MOT pass on 24 October 2025 at 32,070 miles with zero defects recorded. The preceding failure on 30 September 2024 at 27,085 miles was limited to a single minor consumable defect: nearside front tyre tread depth falling below the 1.6mm legal minimum. That advisory was clearly addressed before the subsequent test on 1 October 2024 at 27,097 miles, which also passed cleanly. Two consecutive clean passes since then indicate the vehicle has been maintained to a reasonable standard in the most recent phase of ownership. The mileage accumulation of roughly 6,414 miles per year over five years sits squarely within typical use for a vehicle of this age. There are no alarming gaps or sudden spikes in the recorded odometer readings. The 4,973-mile increase between the September 2024 failure and the October 2025 pass reflects steady, unremarkable usage. No prolonged periods of inactivity or suspiciously rapid accumulation are evident from the data provided. The only flagged defect across the entire history was a worn nearside front tyre, a straightforward consumable item. No recurring structural, mechanical, or corrosion-related advisories have appeared. That said, a buyer conducting an in-person inspection should pay close attention to the condition of all four tyres, including the nearside front, given it was the one to reach minimum tread depth first. Uneven wear patterns on that corner could point to alignment or suspension geometry issues not yet severe enough to trigger a test failure. Beyond tyres, a thorough inspection of the underside for corrosion, particularly around suspension mounting points and subframe areas, is advisable given the vehicle's age and the absence of any corrosion-related advisories to date. Brake disc and pad condition, exhaust integrity, and the operation of the dual-clutch automatic gearbox through all gears should also be verified on a test drive. The clean MOT record is encouraging, but it does not substitute for a hands-on mechanical assessment before purchase.