2018 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L Diesel · NA68 CDX

This 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a completely clean MOT pass on 1 November 2025 at 60,339 miles with zero defects recorded. That is a significant turnaround from the advisory-heavy tests of previous years, suggesting the last keeper addressed multiple outstanding wear items in one concentrated effort rather than letting them deteriorate further. The mileage accumulation of roughly 7,542 miles per year is entirely typical for an eight-year-old Tiguan and indicates consistent, regular use rather than prolonged standing or extreme high-mileage abuse. The annual test intervals are well spaced, with each MOT falling within a sensible window of the previous one, and the recorded mileages climb steadily without suspicious gaps or sudden jumps. The vehicle covered approximately 8,164 miles between the October 2024 and November 2025 tests, which is slightly above the long-term average but still within a normal range for a family SUV used for mixed commuting and longer journeys. The 2024 test at 52,175 miles is the most revealing entry in the record. The tester flagged both front lower suspension arm rear bushes for bonding splitting, a common wear point on the MQB platform that affects steering precision and ride quality. Both rear tyres showed cracking or perishing alongside one worn to near the legal limit, and the rear brake discs were noted as worn, pitted, or scored with pads wearing thin. Taken together, these advisories point to a period where consumable and suspension components were being left to approach replacement thresholds rather than being swapped proactively. The fact that none of these items reappeared in the 2025 test suggests they were rectified, but a buyer should still physically inspect the front suspension bushes and rear brake components for any renewed play or uneven wear, as these are items that can degrade quickly under heavier use. The recurring rear brake advisories across the 2022, 2023, and 2024 tests indicate the rear braking system has been a persistent area of attention. While the 2025 clean result is encouraging, a buyer should verify the condition of the rear discs and pads in person, checking for lipping, scoring, or uneven pad deposition that could signal a binding caliper. The tyre wear patterns noted in 2023 and 2024, particularly the edge wear on the fronts and the cracking on the rears, also warrant a close visual inspection of all four tyres and an alignment check, as these patterns often point to suspension geometry drift or underinflation habits that may have resurfaced since the last test.