2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L Diesel · RJ12 VNH

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the recent maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach. While it passed its most recent test in January 2026 at 108,610 miles, this followed a failure just two days prior at a slightly lower mileage. That failure identified a compromised offside front upper anti-roll bar linkage, thin rear brake pads, and a worn offside rear inner tyre. This pattern suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical faults when prompted by an MOT failure rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is consistent with a typical 14-year usage cycle, averaging approximately 7,750 miles per annum. There is a significant gap of 5,400 miles between the February 2024 and January 2025 tests, and another 5,700 miles between early 2025 and early 2026. This steady accumulation suggests the vehicle is used regularly, which is generally beneficial for seals and components, though the total distance of 108,610 miles places significant wear on age-related components like bushings and drivetrain parts. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension, specifically checking all coil springs and ball joints for further degradation, as a fractured spring was noted in 2024. The uneven wear reported on the offside rear tyre in early 2026 indicates a potential alignment issue or worn shock absorber that should be verified to prevent further tyre scrubbing. Given the recent failure for thin brake pads, the entire braking system should be inspected for disc thickness and corrosion to ensure they have not been scored by worn pads.