2021 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L Diesel · KY71 XVF

Based on the supplied DVSA MOT records, this Tiguan presents a broadly stable mechanical picture heading into mid-2026. The most recent test, conducted on 13 August 2025 at 46,963 miles, passed without any outright failures. However, the tester flagged both nearside and offside front suspension arm pins or bushes as worn, though not yet resulting in excessive movement. This is a notable shift from the 2024 test, which focused on front brake pad wear and disc scoring rather than suspension play. The trend is not necessarily worsening, but it does indicate that front-end components are now entering a wear phase that demands close monitoring. A buyer should treat the current advisories as early-stage, not critical, but they do confirm that the car is no longer in a clean-bill-of-health state. The mileage accumulation is consistent and unremarkable for a 2021 model. Between the August 2024 test at 36,202 miles and the August 2025 test at 46,963 miles, the car covered 10,761 miles in twelve months, which is slightly above the annualised average of roughly 9,393 miles per year over its five-year life. There are no alarming gaps or sudden jumps in the odometer record, and the two data points suggest steady, regular use rather than prolonged standing or excessively high mileage. The record itself is sparse, with only two tests available for analysis, so a longer-term maintenance pattern cannot be confirmed beyond these two snapshots. The 2024 advisory on front brake pads and discs points to a car that has been driven in a manner that consumes braking components at a normal rate, with no recurrence in the 2025 test. That suggests the brakes were likely serviced in the intervening period, which is a positive indicator of at least some proactive upkeep. The 2025 suspension advisories, however, are the more pressing concern for a prospective buyer. Worn front suspension arm bushes or pin joints can introduce vague steering, uneven tyre wear, and knocks over bumps, and they often accelerate if left unaddressed. A physical inspection should focus on the front lower arms, ball joints, and anti-roll bar links, with a road test specifically checking for clunks and wandering tracking. Beyond the flagged items, a buyer should examine the underside for corrosion, particularly around subframes and suspension mounting points, as these can be costly if left to deteriorate. The exhaust and emissions system passed without comment in both tests, which is reassuring, but a live emissions check during a test drive remains worthwhile. Overall, this Tiguan appears to be a regularly used, mechanically sound vehicle that is now showing the first signs of front-end wear typical of its age and mileage. The record does not suggest neglect, but it does confirm that the car is entering a period where suspension components may require attention in the near term.