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AE05 XFM

2005 Volkswagen Touareg

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

200,942 mi
Last recorded200,942 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Touareg98,327 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 XFM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2019 200,942 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 197,168 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2018 197,163 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Sep 2017 192,338 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 169,152 miles

Offside Rear wearing on edges

Oil leak ()

Pass 15 Jun 2015 148,986 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 12 May 2014 131,379 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 121,502 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 112,653 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 101,507 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 81,917 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 59,003 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 41,906 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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AE05 XFM is a 2005 Volkswagen Touareg in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Touareg models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 98,327 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 AE05 XFM, 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 21 years old, this Volkswagen Touareg is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AE05 XFM registered?

AE05 XFM is a 2005 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 10 June 2005.

Is AE05 XFM safe to buy?

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