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 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan Petrol 1390cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 93,431 miles on the clock, averaging 6,913 miles per year, below 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 EK12 UCF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 93,431 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,548 |
| Average per year | 6,913 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EK12 UCF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tiguan |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EK — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About EK12 UCF
What car is EK12 UCF?
EK12 UCF is an black Volkswagen Tiguan, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2012.
What is the mileage of EK12 UCF?
The last recorded mileage for EK12 UCF was 93,431 miles, recorded on 17 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EK12 UCF passed its MOT?
EK12 UCF has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 17 Oct 2025.
Is EK12 UCF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EK12 UCF 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 EK12 UCF?
EK12 UCF is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.