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.
MOT & Mileage History for RX16 VBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 79,843 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,762 |
| Average per year | 6,348 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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).
1. Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) clogging
2. EGR valve/cooler carbon clogging or cracking
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RX16 VBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tiguan |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RX — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About RX16 VBU
What car is RX16 VBU?
RX16 VBU is an black Volkswagen Tiguan, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2016.
What is the mileage of RX16 VBU?
The last recorded mileage for RX16 VBU was 79,843 miles, recorded on 26 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RX16 VBU passed its MOT?
RX16 VBU has had 8 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (8 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 26 Nov 2025.
Is RX16 VBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RX16 VBU is likely ULEZ compliant. Diesel post-2015 (Euro 6). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is RX16 VBU?
RX16 VBU is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.