2015 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L Diesel · PE65 KYH

The 2025‑09‑22 MOT at 106,325 miles recorded a failure, with the near‑side front drive‑shaft joint excessively worn and the constant‑velocity boot split, while the near‑side front anti‑roll bar ball‑joint dust cover was also defective; consequently the vehicle is not presently roadworthy and the maintenance trend shows a clear worsening pattern. Mileage has risen steadily from 33,197 miles in September 2018 to 106,325 miles in September 2025, averaging roughly 9,600 miles per year, which aligns with the typical usage for a 11‑year‑old Tiguan and reflects a consistent testing schedule with no significant gaps in the record. Recurring issues centre on the suspension system – the front and rear suspension arm pins and bushes have shown progressive wear since 2019, with light oil misting on both front and rear shock absorbers noted since 2022, and the near‑side front tyre wear has repeatedly approached the legal limit; additionally, the rear brake disc has been reported as pitted or scored, and the service brake exhibited slight grabbing in 2020. A buyer should therefore inspect the drive‑shaft joint and CV boot for cracks or excessive play, examine the anti‑roll bar ball‑joint dust cover and surrounding suspension components for looseness, check the condition of all suspension arm pins and bushes for excessive movement, verify that the shock absorbers are free of oil leakage, assess the brake discs for scoring or severe wear, and confirm tyre tread depth and edge wear, while also looking for any structural rust or exhaust corrosion that could affect long‑term integrity.