2016 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L Diesel · LH66 DCE

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clear improving trend in maintenance standards. The most recent inspection conducted on 19 May 2026 at 42,579 miles passed with no recorded defects. This follows a minor failure in September 2025 where the vehicle failed for headlamp alignment issues and a tyre defect. The immediate resolution of these faults before the subsequent test indicates the current owner is proactive in addressing MOT-related compliance issues. The mileage pattern is notably low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,258 miles per year. This low-intensity usage suggests that major drivetrain components, such as the engine, gearbox, and clutch, have experienced significantly less mechanical wear compared to high-mileage counterparts. However, low-mile vehicles can sometimes suffer from the degradation of rubber components due to lack of movement. The data shows consistent annual usage intervals of roughly 3,000 to 4,000 miles between annual tests, indicating a predictable and steady history. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the condition of the tyres, as the history notes perishing rubber in September 2023 at 32,578 miles and a cut on the nearside front tyre in 2025. Given the low mileage and age, it is vital to check for sidewall cracking or dry rot which often occurs regardless of tread depth. While the record shows no recurring structural corrosion or mechanical brake failures, the inspector should verify the suspension bushes and brake discs for signs of surface or pitting, which can affect vehicles that sit stationary for long periods.