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CU13 NHK

2013 Volkswagen Tiguan · Diesel · 1968cc

Brown Registered in Swansea, Cymru (Wales) · 13 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTiguan
Year2013
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourBrown
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan Diesel 1968cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 89,641 miles on the clock, averaging 5,450 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for 1. diesel particulate filter (dpf) clogging and 2. egr valve/cooler carbon clogging or cracking. Common Volkswagen Tiguan issues include power steering system and electronic parking brake.

MOT & Mileage History for CU13 NHK

MOT Status
Due date passed
89,641
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2016
91%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 1 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
5,450

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading89,641 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,017
Average per year5,450
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CU13 NHK 38k51k64k77k90k '16'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage89,641 miles
Since last MOT+1,017 miles
PASS
Mileage88,624 miles
Since last MOT+1,232 miles
PASS
Mileage87,392 miles
Since last MOT+1,786 miles
PASS
Mileage85,606 miles
Since last MOT+1,338 miles
PASS
Mileage84,268 miles
Since last MOT+2,446 miles
PASS
Mileage81,822 miles
Since last MOT+2,853 miles
PASS
Mileage78,969 miles
Since last MOT+14,220 miles
PASS
Mileage64,749 miles
Since last MOT+14,209 miles
PASS
Mileage50,540 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,540 miles
Since last MOT+12,684 miles
PASS
Mileage37,856 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Tiguan

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Tiguan models (2007–2016), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Power steering system (electric power steering motor/control unit or rack)

Control unit fails or steering rack develops internal wear, causing loss of assistance. · Typical repair: £400-£1,200 (control unit £300-600 + labour; full rack £800-1,200 at indie garage).

Electronic parking brake (EPB caliper motors or control module)

Caliper motors seize or module glitches, preventing release/engagement. · Typical repair: £250-£600 (motors £150-300 + labour; module recalibration extra).

Fuse box/electrical wiring (main under-bonnet fuse carrier)

Fuse box melts or corrodes from high current draw, causing multi-circuit failures. · Typical repair: £150-£500 (new fuse box £100-250 + rewiring labour).

Front wheel bearings (hub assembly)

Bearings wear prematurely due to design/load, especially on 4Motion. · Typical repair: £200-£400 per side (parts £80-150 + labour).

1. Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) clogging

2. EGR valve/cooler carbon clogging or cracking

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU13 NHK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTiguan
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeCU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier13 — March 2013 to August 2013

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About CU13 NHK

What car is CU13 NHK?

CU13 NHK is a brown Volkswagen Tiguan, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Swansea in 2013.

What is the mileage of CU13 NHK?

The last recorded mileage for CU13 NHK was 89,641 miles, recorded on 1 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CU13 NHK passed its MOT?

CU13 NHK has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 1 Sep 2025.

Is CU13 NHK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU13 NHK is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2013, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is CU13 NHK?

CU13 NHK is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.