2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L Diesel · SA09 FOM

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean mechanical history over the last four years. Despite a technical failure recorded on August 25, 2025 at 140,699 miles, the car secured a passing result just three days later with no further defects noted. This suggests a minor administrative oversight or a simple consumable failure that was rectified immediately rather than a systemic mechanical issue. Since the August 2022 test, the vehicle has maintained a consistent pass record without any advisories or recurring faults. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent for a vehicle of this age, averaging out approximately 8,276 miles per year. The data shows a steady progression from 101,711 miles in August 2022 to 119,320 miles in September 2023, reaching 140,699 miles by August 2025. This regular usage indicates the vehicle has likely not been left sitting for long periods, which helps prevent seals from drying and brake components from seizing. The lack of large mileage gaps between tests suggests a predictable use pattern by the previous owner. Given the cleanliness of the MOT history, a physical inspection should focus on high-wear components that do not always trigger an MOT failure. At 140,000 miles, the buyer should examine the suspension arm bushes and coil springs for cracking, as these often perish on Tiguan models this era. Checking for surface corrosion on the sills and subframe is also necessary, as the MOT only flags structural integrity issues once they become a safety risk. Testing the brake discs for thinning and uneven wear will ensure the stopping performance remains optimal despite the high mileage.