2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L Diesel · LE04 ORP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive approach to repairs rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test on January 2026 at 113,005 miles shows a pass only after addressing significant failures in the braking and suspension systems. While the vehicle has passed its latest inspection, the recurring nature of the coil spring and brake issues suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical faults once they reach the point of a legal MOT failure. At 113,005 miles, this sixteen-year-old Tiguan has averaged approximately 7,000 miles per year, which is consistent with low-mileage usage. The data shows a significant spike in activity between June 2023 and March 2024, where the vehicle covered nearly 6,000 miles in just nine months, followed by a much slower rate of roughly 3,000 miles between the 2024 and early 2026 tests. This intermittent usage pattern can sometimes lead to age-related degradation of rubber components and seals despite the relatively low total mileage. A buyer must inspect the front suspension closely, as the offside front coil spring failed in two consecutive tests in March 2024 and January 2026. This indicates a potential weakness in the component or excessive stress on that side of the suspensionwork. The January 2026 failure also highlighted excessively fluctuating rear service brakes and badly corroded discs. You should verify that the rear discs and pads have been recently replaced and that the calipers are not binding or seizing, as the tester previously noted significant corrosion. The record also notes a damaged nearside rear seat belt buckle remaining as of the January 2026 test. While the belt was functional at the time, the physical damage to the buckle is a safety concern that requires tactile verification and replacement. Given the age of the vehicle and the history of brake corrosion, a thorough check for structural rust on the undercarriage is necessary to ensure that the corrosion seen on the discs has not progressed beyond the surface of the mounting components.