2015 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L Diesel · SL53 MLS

The 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan presents a stable but deteriorating maintenance trend. The most recent test on 25 February 2026 at 72,558 miles passed, yet the tester flagged both front tyres worn close to the legal limit and worn on the edge. This is a notable shift. The vehicle had previously sailed through two consecutive MOTs in July 2021 and August 2022 with zero defects at 55,882 and 59,334 miles respectively, suggesting a period of careful upkeep. The record since then tells a different story. Tyre-related advisories have appeared in three of the last four tests, indicating a recurring and worsening pattern of neglect around basic consumable maintenance. The mileage accumulation is broadly typical for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 6,596 miles per year. The interval between the August 2022 test at 59,334 miles and the February 2024 test at 60,572 miles shows only 1,238 miles covered over approximately eighteen months, pointing to a period of very light use or possible standing. Mileage then picked up more noticeably, jumping to 67,850 miles by February 2025 and reaching 72,558 miles by the February 2026 test, an increase of 4,708 miles in twelve months. No gaps in the MOT record are present, and the annual testing pattern has been consistent since 2024. The recurring tyre defects warrant closer scrutiny. The rear tyres were flagged for cracking and perishing in both February 2024 and February 2025, while the February 2026 test shifted focus to the front tyres showing edge wear. Perishing on the rear tyres across two consecutive years suggests the vehicle may have spent extended periods stationary or that the previous owner deferred replacement of aged rubber. Edge wear on both fronts points to possible tracking misalignment or worn suspension bushes and joints, components that should be inspected thoroughly underneath. A buyer should have a garage check the condition of all four tyres, including sidewalls and date codes, and examine the front suspension geometry and rear subframe mounting points for wear or corrosion before committing to purchase.