2014 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L Diesel · NJ14 BDX

The vehicle shows a declining maintenance trend regarding consumables and suspension components. While the most recent test on 13 October 2025 at 95,892 miles resulted in a pass, the tester identified several immediate maintenance requirements including a nail in the offside rear tyre, an underinflated tyre, and thinning offside rear brake pads. This follows a pattern of increasing advisories seen in previous years, suggesting that while the vehicle remains roadworthy, the frequency of minor mechanical oversights is rising. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical usage pattern for a 12-year-old vehicle. The car has covered approximately 7,991 miles per year, moving from 41,722 miles in February 2017 to 95,892 miles in October 2025. The data shows steady progression without significant periods of long-term storage or sudden, heavy-duty usage spikes. The interval between tests remains regular, providing a reliable chronological view of the vehicle's condition. A buyer should pay close attention to the suspension and chassis components. The January 2023 failure at 80,093 miles revealed significant issues, including excessively worn inner suspension arm bushes on both the nearside and offside front, a fractured nearside rear coil spring, and serious fluid leaks from the offside rear shock absorbers. Although these specific items were rectified to achieve a pass, the subsequent advisory in October 2024 regarding a deteriorated anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover suggests that suspension wear is a recurring theme for this vehicle. Further inspection of the braking system and tyres is necessary. The recent advisory regarding thinning brake pads and tyre damage indicates that the vehicle is approaching a period where significant consumable replacement will be required. Given the history of suspension component failure and the recent issues with tyres and brakes, a thorough physical check of the dampers, bushes, and braking hardware is advised to ensure all previous repairs have held up under current mileage.