2016 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L Diesel · SN66 NXY

The 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan holds a current MOT certificate dated 12 August 2025, which at ten months old remains valid but is approaching its renewal date. The maintenance trend over the past four years is broadly stable, with no evidence of escalating structural or mechanical deterioration. The most recent test at 72,488 miles passed cleanly with zero defects after the vehicle failed the previous day at 72,484 miles. That failure flagged rear brake pads wearing thin and an engine MIL inoperative or indicating a malfunction. Both items were rectified before the pass, suggesting the previous owner addressed the issues promptly rather than deferring them. The mileage progression tells a consistent story. Between August 2022 and August 2024, the car covered approximately 8,300 miles per year, rising slightly to around 5,200 miles in the twelve months leading to August 2025. The total of 72,488 miles over ten years works out at roughly 7,250 miles annually, which is typical for a vehicle of this age and class. No anomalous gaps or sudden spikes appear in the record, and the odometer readings align logically with each successive test date. The data set is clean and shows no signs of mileage irregularities. A prospective buyer should still inspect the braking system in person. The 2023 test at 58,919 miles flagged worn front brake discs and thin front pads, and the 2025 failure flagged rear pads. Both axles have now had pad work, and the front discs were noted as worn but within tolerance two years ago. Checking disc thickness and remaining pad material at the current mileage is sensible, particularly given the relatively low recent annual mileage, which can lead to uneven pad wear and disc corrosion from light use. The inoperative engine MIL flagged in August 2025 also warrants attention. A buyer should verify that no active fault codes remain stored in the ECU and that the dashboard warning lamp illuminates correctly on ignition, as a suppressed or bypassed MIL can mask underlying engine management issues. Beyond the brakes and emissions system, there are no recurring structural or suspension defects on record. The absence of advisories around suspension bushes, coil springs, subframe corrosion, or exhaust deterioration across multiple tests is encouraging for a vehicle of this age. A physical inspection underneath for surface rust, especially around the rear beam and inner arches, remains prudent given the Tiguan's susceptibility to corrosion in damp UK conditions. Overall, the MOT record reflects a vehicle that has been maintained to a reasonable standard, with defects identified and corrected rather than repeatedly ignored.