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A18 SPL

2014 Volkswagen Touareg

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

119,705 mi
Last recorded119,705 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2014 Volkswagen Touareg67,932 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 SPL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 119,705 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Jul 2026 119,705 miles

Exhaust particulate filter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2025 111,906 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2025 111,872 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2024 100,555 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2023 95,007 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Uneven tyre wear

Fail 14 Mar 2023 95,007 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Uneven tyre wear

Pass 24 Mar 2022 88,321 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and outer 275/45/20vr (5.2.3 (e))

both rear tyres stepping 275/45/20vr

Fail 23 Mar 2022 88,305 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 275/45/20vr (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and outer 275/45/20vr (5.2.3 (e))

both rear tyres stepping 275/45/20vr

Pass 25 Mar 2021 79,227 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 72,067 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 61,055 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 48,472 miles

both front tyres wearing low on edges

Pass 3 Mar 2017 38,259 miles

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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A18 SPL is a 2014 Volkswagen Touareg in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2014 Volkswagen Touareg models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 67,932 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A18 SPL, 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 12 years old, this Volkswagen Touareg is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A18 SPL registered?

A18 SPL is a 2014 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 15 January 2014.

Is A18 SPL safe to buy?

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