2016 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L Diesel · WJ66 MLF

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive rather than preventative care. The most recent test in September 2025 at 105,311 miles flagged multiple minor safety advisories related to tyre condition and a frayed seat belt. While the vehicle passed, the presence of three worn or damaged tyres across different axles suggests that the previous owner was only addressing consumables once they reached the failure threshold rather than replacing them during scheduled maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical long-term use, averaging approximately 10,500 miles per year. However, there is a significant discrepancy in the data between November 2022 at 66,612 miles and October 2023 at 123,709 miles, where the vehicle covered over 57,000 miles in just eleven months. This extreme burst of usage likely accelerated wear on the drivetrain and braking components, which is reflected in the recurring appearance of brake and tyre issues in the subsequent 2023 and 2025 tests. A dectpective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front braking system, as records show thin pads and pitted discs in 2022, 2023, and again implicitly in later years. The recurring nature of these faults suggests the components may be sticking or that service intervals are being ignored. Additionally, the edge wear noted on the front tyres in multiple tests indicates a likely alignment problem or worn suspension bushes that requires professional investigation to prevent further premature scrubbing. The offside front seat belt webbing should be checked to ensure the integrity is not compromised, as fraying is a common point of failure that would have failed the next test.