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AB61 FMB

2016 Volkswagen Touareg

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

71,771 mi
Last recorded71,771 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Touareg56,207 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB61 FMB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 71,771 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2025 64,066 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2024 55,331 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Jul 2023 46,536 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jul 2023 46,534 miles

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 38,476 miles

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

Fail 11 Jul 2022 38,473 miles

Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2021 31,800 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2020 27,117 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2019 20,602 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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AB61 FMB is a 2016 Volkswagen Touareg in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 AB61 FMB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AB61 FMB registered?

AB61 FMB is a 2016 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 14 May 2016.

Is AB61 FMB safe to buy?

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