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AB08 WCL

2008 Volkswagen Touareg

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

123,458 mi
Last recorded123,458 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Touareg91,547 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 WCL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 123,458 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 119,475 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 110,052 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Windscreen chipped and cracked at the center (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 101,569 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 95,255 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 91,865 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 83,382 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 76,707 miles

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 31 May 2018 76,707 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2017 70,079 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 63,931 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 57,725 miles

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 50,788 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2013 39,901 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 31,106 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 24,111 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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AB08 WCL is a 2008 Volkswagen Touareg in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Touareg models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 91,547 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 AB08 WCL, 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 18 years old, this Volkswagen Touareg is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AB08 WCL registered?

AB08 WCL is a 2008 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 2 June 2008.

Is AB08 WCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 WCL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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