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A12 APD

2006 Volkswagen Touareg

Black Diesel 2999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

143,411 mi
Last recorded143,411 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Touareg97,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 APD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,999cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 143,411 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2025 141,354 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 138,091 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 135,196 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 131,713 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 128,111 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 126,130 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 120,524 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 114,459 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 108,087 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 101,708 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 99,493 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Pass 3 Dec 2014 91,225 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2014 91,223 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 19 Dec 2013 81,737 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2013 81,737 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Dec 2012 68,754 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 60,185 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 53,177 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 44,294 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2009 44,294 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Touareg?

Based on 582,886 MOT tests across 50,422 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
7,766
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
50,422
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,919
coil spring broken 4,412
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,462
Stop lamp not working 2,649
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A12 APD is a 2006 Volkswagen Touareg in Black with a 2,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Touareg models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 97,215 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Touareg fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 7,919 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A12 APD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Touareg typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 20 years old, this Volkswagen Touareg is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A12 APD registered?

A12 APD is a 2006 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 27 September 2006.

Is A12 APD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A12 APD shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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