2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0L Diesel · L11 CAJ
2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (2.0L, diesel). First registered 10 Aug 2012. Recorded mileage 131,574 miles. MOT valid until 09 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Stanmore (Wimbledon)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 131,574 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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L11 CAJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/07/2026
- 131,574 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
L11 CAJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (L11 CAJ) between August 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 31 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (12 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
L11 CAJ Mileage History
- 01/08/202397,889 mi
- 24/07/2024109,001 mi+11,112 mi
- 08/08/2025122,728 mi+13,727 mi
- 08/08/2025122,728 mi
- 31/07/2026131,574 mi+8,846 mi
Average of roughly 11,235 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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