2021 Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line TSI S-A 1.5L Petrol · SR21 HBO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. The most recent test on 30 July 2025 at 36,268 miles passed despite the tester noting pitting and scoring on both front inner brake discs. This follows a failure in 2024 regarding rear brake pads and discs, suggesting that the braking system is only addressed once components reach critical limits rather than during scheduled service intervals. There is a significant discrepancy in the recorded mileage data that requires immediate verification. The MOT performed on 1 August 2024 recorded 96,895 miles, yet the subsequent test in late July 2025 recorded only 36,268 miles. This unexplained drop of over 60,000 miles in a single year is physically impossible and suggests a serious clerical error or odometer tampering. If the current mileage of 36,268 miles is accurate, the vehicle has covered significantly less than average distance, but the data makes the history unreliable. A buyer must physically inspect the offside front shock absorber, which was flagged for light misting of oil in July 2024. While the vehicle passed the following year, oil leakage often precedes a total seal failure which will compromise handling and damping performance. The recurring pitting and scoring on brake discs across both front and rear axles indicate the vehicle may sit for long periods, allowing surface corrosion to degrade the metal, or the owner is neglecting cleaning of components.