2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L Diesel · CP12 CWY

This Volkswagen Tiguan’s most recent MOT test on 2025-09-02 confirms it remains roadworthy, though the immediate preceding test on 2025-08-28—just four days earlier—resulted in a failure without recorded defects. This anomaly suggests either a temporary administrative oversight or a minor, non-critical issue resolved swiftly before retesting. Beyond these two tests, the vehicle has passed every MOT since 2022 without advisories or defects, indicating no recurring mechanical failures. The absence of structural or safety-related advisories in the last three tests is particularly notable, though the lack of defect explanations in the failed test leaves a minor ambiguity. The recorded mileage progression of approximately 9,082 miles per year aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. There are no prolonged gaps suggesting neglect—each test occurred within the standard 12-month window, with the most recent tests clustered in late summer 2025. The jump from 118,979 miles in August 2024 to 127,155 miles in September 2025 reflects a modest increase of around 8,176 miles, consistent with the vehicle’s average annual mileage. While this rate does not indicate excessive wear, it does suggest the vehicle has seen regular use rather than prolonged storage. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer’s primary focus should be on high-wear components not explicitly tested by the MOT. The suspension—particularly coil springs, bushes, and shock absorbers—should be inspected for uneven wear or fluid leaks, as these are not routinely checked but can degrade silently over 127,000 miles. Brake pads and discs, while not failed in tests, may require assessment for uneven thickness or glazing, especially if the vehicle has experienced hard braking or off-road use. Exhaust emissions, though not flagged, could warrant a visual check for leaks or corrosion, particularly around the catalytic converter and oxygen sensors. Structural integrity, including underbody corrosion and wheel arch integrity, should also be scrutinised, as these issues are not always visible from the road but can compromise safety over time.