2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L Diesel · RF60 EVN

The vehicle presents a concerning maintenance profile characterized by a lack of recent testing and a history of recurring mechanical failures. The last recorded MOT was conducted in January 2022, meaning the vehicle is significantly overdue for its annual inspection as of July 2026. While the 2022 test passed, the inspector flagged worn suspension arm pins and bushes on both the offside and nearside front, indicating the onset of suspension degradation. The maintenance trend appears reactive rather than preventative, with several failures occurring due to neglected consumables and component wear. The mileage profile shows exceptionally high usage for a 2011 model, with 214,637 miles recorded. A significant data gap exists between the January 2022 test and the current date, during which the vehicle likely covered substantial distance or sat idle, though the high annual average suggests heavy road use. The jump from 122,861 miles in January 2021 to 214,637 miles in January 2022 represents an increase of over 91,000 miles in a single year. This extreme rate of accumulation places immense stress on the drivetrain, suspension, and braking systems, far exceeding typical domestic driving patterns. A prospective buyer must prioritize a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension assembly. The repeated flagging of worn bushes, fractured coil springs in 2018, and failing anti-roll bar dust covers suggests the chassis and suspension components are nearing the end of their service life. The 2021 failure also highlighted a deteriorated offside front CV boot and pitted brake discs, issues that often signal broader wear in the steering and braking hardware. Given the high mileage and the age of the vehicle, the integrity of the drivetrain and the condition of the engine management system should be verified, especially following the previous failures regarding the Malfunction Indicator Lamp. Frequent failures regarding tyre tread depth and worn edges between 2014 and 2021 suggest a pattern of deferred basic maintenance. The buyer should check for signs of uneven tyre wear, which would indicate underlying alignment issues or worn suspension geometry. Because the vehicle has not been tested for several years, the current roadworthiness is unverified, and the high mileage increases the risk of significant mechanical fatigue in the engine and gearbox.