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A18 UMU

2016 Volkswagen Touareg

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,182 mi
Last recorded94,182 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Touareg56,207 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 UMU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 7 Nov 2025 94,182 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2024 85,062 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2023 83,928 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 83,154 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 76,913 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 71,836 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Oct 2020 63,915 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2019 55,840 miles

emissions to low to trigger test equipment

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 UMU is a 2016 Volkswagen Touareg in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Volkswagen Touareg models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 56,207 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 A18 UMU, 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 10 years old, this Volkswagen Touareg is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A18 UMU registered?

A18 UMU is a 2016 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 13 August 2016.

Is A18 UMU safe to buy?

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