Volkswagen Touran (2012)
2012 Volkswagen Touran
CarHunch analysed 6,741 real MOT records for the 2012 Volkswagen Touran. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2012 Touran passes its MOT slightly above the UK average at 82%, but the headline concern is that 45.7% of vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—well above typical levels and a serious red flag for buyers. Petrol versions are notably more reliable than diesel models, with an 88.5% pass rate versus 81.1%, though petrol examples are scarce in the used market.
At 78,064 miles median and 81,360 average, these Tourans are showing realistic wear for their age, yet they're still accumulating 2.44 failures per test and 16.4 advisories, suggesting mechanical fatigue is becoming routine. Before buying, get a full inspection focused on the cooling system and suspension—both common failure points on this generation—and seriously consider the petrol variant if budget allows, as it's demonstrably more durable.
Petrol vs Diesel
Pass rate difference of 7.4 percentage points — worth knowing if you're choosing between the two.
What to check before buying a 2012 Volkswagen Touran
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 45.7% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (88%) | 5,964 | 81.1% | 2.67 |
| Petrol (12%) | 776 | 88.5% | 0.74 |
| Electric (0%) | 1 | 66.7% | 1 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2012 Volkswagen Touran vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2012 Volkswagen Touran vehicles fall between 61,342 and 100,051 miles.
2012 Volkswagen Touran — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 5,398 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 93% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2012 Volkswagen Touran
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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57.9%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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54.4%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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35.3%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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33.6%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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33.3%
Oil leak, but not excessive
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30.6%
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened
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29%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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28.9%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2012. Counts include advisories and failures.
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