2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L Diesel · YA61 DXC

The 2022‑04‑05 MOT at 95,719 miles confirms the vehicle remains roadworthy, but the recurring corrosion of the front and rear brake discs – first recorded in the 2022‑04‑02 failure and repeated on the pass – indicates a worsening brake condition that should be addressed. Mileage has risen from 60,449 miles in January 2015 to 95,719 miles by April 2022, a total increase of 35,270 miles over seven years, averaging about 5,000 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a 14‑year‑old Tiguan; the jump from 84,548 miles in February 2018 to 89,381 miles in April 2019 adds 4,833 miles in a single year, while the earlier surge of 17,581 miles between January 2015 and January 2016 suggests a period of heightened mileage accumulation. A buyer should therefore inspect the brake discs and calipers for pitting or excessive wear, verify the condition of suspension bushes and coil springs after the 2018 spring failure, examine the chassis and under‑tray area for structural rust hidden by the fitted panels, and assess tyre tread wear, especially on the inner edges, as well as wiper blades and any components concealed behind the under‑trays or engine covers.