2008 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L Diesel · SV08 GYB

The vehicle currently maintains a roadworthy status, showing a stable and improving maintenance trend. The most recent test on 4 April 2026 at 95,850 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects. This follows a period of three clean passes dating back to 2024, indicating that the mechanical and safety issues identified in previous years have been addressed and are currently meeting regulatory standards. The mileage profile is notably low for an eighteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,325 miles per year. The data shows consistent usage patterns, with a 6,000-mile interval recorded between January 2024 and February 2025, and another 6,000 miles between February 2025 and April 2026. This low annual mileage suggests less mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though long periods of inactivity can sometimes lead to degradation of rubber components or brake fluid breakdown. The history highlights a specific failure on 16 February 2023, where the offside front service brake was found to be excessively binding at 77,823 miles. While the vehicle passed the re-test the following day and subsequent annual tests, a buyer should inspect the brake caliper and rotor for uneven wear to ensure the issue does not recur. Given the age of the vehicle, a physical inspection should also focus on structural corrosion and aged suspension bushes, as these components often perish from age alone on low-mileage cars regardless of distance driven.