2012 Volkswagen Touran 1.6L Diesel · FG12 MFE

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a recurring trend of wear in the suspension and braking components. The most recent test in July 2025 at 146,088 miles identified worn bushes on both front and rear suspension arms alongside a worn nearside rear tyre. While these issues did not result in an immediate failure, they suggest that the suspension geometry is reaching the end of its functional life and requires proactive monitoring. The mileage pattern is consistent with the vehicle's 14-year age, averaging approximately 10,400 miles per year. Between May 2022 at 119,614 miles and July 2025 at 146,088 miles, the car covered roughly 26,000 miles, representing a steady usage profile. The gap between the May 2022 failure and the subsequent pass three days later shows the owner acted quickly to rectify the wipers and tyres, but the history suggests they may only address mechanical faults when prompted by the MOT testing process. A buyer should conduct a close physical inspection of the entire suspension assembly, as the arm bushes have been flagged across multiple tests since 2022. The repeated mention of split bushes in the lower arms and deteriorated bump stops indicates that rubber components are failing through age and mileage. Furthermore, the 2024 advisory regarding a pitted and scored nearside rear brake disc suggests the brake caliper may be sticking or the component is not being used frequently, leading to uneven surface corrosion. Given the high mileage and the age of the vehicle, attention must also be paid to potential corrosion on the subframe and exhaust system, although the MOT record does not explicitly list structural failures. The recurring suspension issues imply that the next owner should budget for a significant replacement project regarding arms and dampers to maintain vehicle handling and safety.