2014 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L Diesel · MF14 TWN

The vehicle currently holds a valid roadworthiness status, but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding the suspension system. In the most recent test in November 2025 at 104,655 miles, the car failed just ten miles prior due to excessively worn front suspension arm bushes. While the owner addressed these immediate faults to pass, the appearance of corrosion on the rear lower suspension arms and oil misting on the shocks indicates that the underbody is reaching the end of its functional life. The mileage pattern is consistent with a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,700 miles per year. The record shows steady progression from 95,702 miles in October 2023 to 104,655 miles in November 2025, indicating regular use rather than long periods of inactivity. However, the frequency of failures related to rubber and metal components suggests that maintenance is often reactive, with repairs only performed when a component threatens an MOT pass status rather than as part of a preventative service schedule. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the entire suspension geometry, as front bushes have been flagged in multiple tests across the last three years. The corrosion noted on the nearside and offside rear lower suspension arms in 2025 requires close scrutiny to ensure it has not progressed into structural weakness. Additionally, the history of pitted brake discs and recurring tyre failures suggests the owner may have neglected basic consumable upkeep, necessitating a check of the current brake pad thickness and the condition of all four tyres.