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85 E

2008 Volkswagen Touran

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

145,561 mi
Last recorded145,561 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Touran93,370 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration85 E
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouran
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2025 145,561 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 142,926 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 136,851 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 128,294 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 115,222 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 103,539 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 93,747 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Mar 2019 93,747 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 90,507 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 80,044 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 66,216 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 May 2014 54,505 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 May 2013 46,146 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 38,313 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 32,331 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Touran?

Based on 1,718,428 MOT tests across 119,227 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
8,178
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
119,227
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 45,204
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 23,205
coil spring broken 18,609
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 14,479
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13,811
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85 E is a 2008 Volkswagen Touran in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Touran models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 93,370 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Touran fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 45,204 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 85 E, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Touran typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Volkswagen Touran is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 85 E?

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What year was 85 E registered?

85 E is a 2008 Volkswagen Touran, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is 85 E safe to buy?

The MOT history for 85 E shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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