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A18 FXN

2003 Volkswagen Touran

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

105,752 mi
Last recorded105,752 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Touran97,312 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 FXN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouran
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 105,752 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2025 105,670 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2024 101,686 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2024 101,684 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 97,372 miles

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 1 Aug 2023 97,372 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 94,684 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both fronts (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both fronts slightly split (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 93,340 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 90,608 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2019 88,727 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 85,848 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 82,457 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2017 82,426 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 79,592 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 76,352 miles

n/s & o/s front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 12 Aug 2014 72,894 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2014 72,885 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 69,287 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 63,960 miles

o/s rear tyre worn down to 2-3mm tread depth

Pass 28 Jul 2011 62,036 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 58,335 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2010 58,326 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 53,105 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 48,352 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 Aug 2007 41,692 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 34,326 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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A18 FXN is a 2003 Volkswagen Touran in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Touran models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 97,312 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 A18 FXN, 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 23 years old, this Volkswagen Touran is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A18 FXN registered?

A18 FXN is a 2003 Volkswagen Touran, first registered on 11 November 2003.

Is A18 FXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 FXN shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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