2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 2.1L Diesel · SL 7038

The vehicle currently holds a valid roadworthiness status following a pass on 12 November 2025 at 189,134 miles. While the most recent test showed no defects, the history reveals a pattern of reactive maintenance rather than proactive care. The vehicle failed three consecutive tests between October 2024 and November 2025 before finally passing. This suggests that the previous owner only addressed mechanical issues when forced by a test failure, which often leads to inconsistent long-term wear on underlying components. At 189,134 miles, this 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan has averaged approximately 13,500 miles per year, which represents consistent and heavy usage over its fourteen years. Between the 11 October 2024 test and the 12 November 2025 test, the vehicle covered over 13,000 miles in just thirteen months. This high mileage puts significant strain on heavy-duty components such as the drivetrain, suspension geometry, and braking system, which typically reach the end of their service life at this interval. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the undercarriage, as the high mileage significantly increases the likelihood of perished suspension bushes and worn coil springs. Given the repeated failures leading up to the passes, attention should be paid to signs of binding calipers or thin brake discs that may have been patched rather than replaced. Structural integrity should also be verified for corrosion on the rear sills and mounting points, as high-mileage vehicles of this age often suffer from accelerated environmental degradation that does not always trigger an MOT advisory until it becomes critical.