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GU12 XUH

2012 Volkswagen Tiguan · Diesel · 1968cc

Silver Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTiguan
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourSilver
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 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan Diesel 1968cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 101,151 miles on the clock, averaging 7,021 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 GU12 XUH

MOT Status
Due date passed
101,151
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2015
93%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
7,021

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading101,151 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,789
Average per year7,021
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GU12 XUH 27k45k64k83k101k '15'25'20

Check GU12 XUH

Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage101,151 miles
Since last MOT+8,789 miles
PASS
Mileage92,362 miles
Since last MOT+11,370 miles
PASS
Mileage80,992 miles
Since last MOT+11,621 miles
PASS
Mileage69,371 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,371 miles
Since last MOT+7,500 miles
PASS
Mileage61,871 miles
Since last MOT+6,390 miles
PASS
Mileage55,481 miles
Since last MOT+795 miles
PASS
Mileage54,686 miles
Since last MOT+8,644 miles
PASS
Mileage46,042 miles
Since last MOT+2,631 miles
PASS
Mileage43,411 miles
Since last MOT+4,441 miles
PASS
Mileage38,970 miles
Since last MOT+4,174 miles
PASS
Mileage34,796 miles
Since last MOT+5,308 miles
PASS
Mileage29,488 miles
Since last MOT+2,701 miles
PASS
Mileage26,787 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

RegistrationGU12 XUH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTiguan
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeGU — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About GU12 XUH

What car is GU12 XUH?

GU12 XUH is a silver Volkswagen Tiguan, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Brighton in 2012.

What is the mileage of GU12 XUH?

The last recorded mileage for GU12 XUH was 101,151 miles, recorded on 2 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GU12 XUH passed its MOT?

GU12 XUH has had 14 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (13 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 2 Sep 2025.

Is GU12 XUH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU12 XUH is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is GU12 XUH?

GU12 XUH is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.