2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L Diesel · SV10 FWW

The most recent MOT on 24 June 2025 at 67,931 miles is a pass, but the record reveals a maintenance profile that is stable rather than improving. The tester still flagged corrosion-related advisories on the rear sub-frame and inner integral body structures, though these were noted as not seriously weakened. This is a marked recovery from the March 2025 failure at the identical mileage, where the rear sub-frame was deemed seriously weakened and both rear trailing arm bushes were worn. That failure, combined with binding rear brakes and worn rear discs, suggests a concentrated round of repairs was carried out shortly before the June pass. The central prop shaft flexible coupling remains a persistent advisory, appearing in both the March and June 2025 entries, indicating a deteriorating component that has not yet been replaced. Mileage accumulation is exceptionally low for a 2010 vehicle. Between the October 2022 test at 65,802 miles and the November 2023 test at 66,195 miles, the vehicle covered just 393 miles over thirteen months. The mileage then sat at 67,931 miles for both the March and June 2025 tests, meaning the vehicle has recorded zero miles in over a year. This pattern points to prolonged periods of standing, which is consistent with the widespread surface corrosion noted across rear suspension mountings, the sub-frame, and front shock absorber mounting areas. Low mileage does not protect against decay when a vehicle sits idle, and the corrosion profile here reflects that reality. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on the underside, specifically the rear sub-frame, rear trailing arm bushes, and the inner wing structures around the rear suspension mounts. The March 2025 failure noted seriously weakened sub-frame corrosion that was downgraded to not seriously weakened by June, so verifying the quality and extent of any welding or treatment is essential. The rear brake discs were flagged as significantly worn in November 2023, and the rear brakes were excessively binding in the same test, suggesting caliper or handbrake mechanism issues that may still be present. The central prop shaft flexible coupling has been deteriorating since at least March 2025 and warrants close inspection for play or splitting. Tyre condition has been a recurring minor concern, with rear tyres worn close to the legal limit in March 2025 and front tyres showing exposed ply or cords in November 2023. This pattern suggests basic consumable upkeep has been reactive rather than proactive. The offside front position lamp failure in November 2023 and the offside wiper blade advisory in March 2025 are minor but reinforce the impression of a vehicle that has been maintained to pass its MOT rather than kept in thorough order. Any in-person inspection should include a thorough assessment of the structural corrosion, a brake performance check, and verification that the prop shaft coupling has been addressed.