2012 Volkswagen CC 2.0L Diesel · AF54 RJK

The Volkswagen CC presents a currently roadworthy status with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 5 November 2025 at 185,098 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, and the three prior annual tests from 2022 to 2024 also passed cleanly. The single failure on 1 November 2024 at 180,620 miles is anomalous as the record shows no defects listed; the vehicle passed on the same day at the same mileage, indicating a possible administrative rejection rather than a mechanical fault. At roughly 13,221 miles per year, the 185,098 recorded miles are high for a 2012 model now 14 years old. Annual accumulation has been consistent: 161,384 miles in October 2022, 172,043 in November 2023, 180,620 in November 2024, and 185,098 in November 2025. The even yearly spacing and steady ~9,000 to 10,000 mile increments show regular use without standing periods or sudden high-mileage bursts. The DVSA data is sparse on advisories, with no corrosion, suspension bushes, brake discs, or exhaust emissions issues ever flagged across the five-year window. A clean MOT sheet at this mileage does not mean the car is unworn. The buyer should physically inspect front suspension arms and coil springs for perished bushes, check brake calipers for binding after a road test, and examine subframe and sills for structural rust the tester may not have recorded. Drivetrain components such as the dual-clutch mechatronics and turbocharger on a high-mileage EA888 engine warrant a cold-start and extended drive check. Given the absence of recurring advisories, previous owners appear to have kept basic upkeep current enough to pass. The same-day fail and pass in 2024 suggests paperwork or minor presentation issues rather than skipped maintenance. Budget for consumables and ageing rubber regardless, as a 14-year-old Volkswagen at 185k miles will need ongoing suspension and brake refreshment.