Vehicle summary
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 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan Petrol 1390cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 132,899 miles on the clock, averaging 9,094 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TSI engine is known for caxa. Common Volkswagen Tiguan issues include power steering system and electronic parking brake.
MOT & Mileage History for EK09 WPV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 132,899 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,828 |
| Average per year | 9,094 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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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).
CAXA
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EK09 WPV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tiguan |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EK — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About EK09 WPV
What car is EK09 WPV?
EK09 WPV is an blue Volkswagen Tiguan, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2009.
What is the mileage of EK09 WPV?
The last recorded mileage for EK09 WPV was 132,899 miles, recorded on 31 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EK09 WPV passed its MOT?
EK09 WPV has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 31 Jan 2023.
Is EK09 WPV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EK09 WPV is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is EK09 WPV?
EK09 WPV is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.