2012 Volkswagen Touran 1.6L Diesel · CP62 EEX

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a trend of increasing mechanical wear in the suspension components. While the most recent test in January 2026 at 125,059 miles passed, it introduced several new advisories regarding the front suspension and rear tyres. This represents a shift from the clean records seen in 2023 and 2024, suggesting that rubber and metal components are now reaching the end of their functional life due to the vehicle's age and mileage. The recorded mileage of 125,059 miles over 14 years reflects an annual average of approximately 9,000 miles, which is consistent with typical usage for a family vehicle of this type. The data shows consistent usage patterns with roughly 5,000 to 6,000 miles driven between each annual test from 2023 through 2026. This steady accumulation suggests the car has not sat stationary for long periods, though the higher mileage places significant stress on the drivetrain and suspension assemblies, as evidenced by the recent failures in early 2025. A buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the front oil leak which has appeared consistently in the 2025 and 2026 records. While the tester noted it was not excessive, a persistent leak indicates a failing gasket or seal that will eventually require intervention to prevent further degradation. The nearside front lower suspension arm bush and the anti-roll bar linkage identified in 2025 indicate that the front end is beginning to perish. You should check for play in the steering and knocking noises over bumps. The rear suspension also requires attention following the fractured nearside rear coil spring recorded in January 2025. Although this was likely repaired to pass the test, the 2026 advisory for an offside rear inner tyre worn close to the limit and worn on the edge suggests an alignment issue or a worn shock absorber affecting tyre geometry. Given the age of the vehicle, a thorough check for structural corrosion on the subframe and exhaust mounting is essential to ensure the chassis integrity remains sound despite the recorded mechanical faults.