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AE08 RYT

2008 Volkswagen Touareg

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

137,494 mi
Last recorded137,494 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Touareg91,547 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 RYT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 137,494 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 13 May 2024 126,131 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2023 121,214 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 109,100 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 105,960 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 105,959 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 103,555 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2017 92,160 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2016 84,899 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2016 84,899 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 79,490 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 73,354 miles

both front tyres wearing low

emissons output too low too register

Fail 19 Apr 2014 73,354 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both front tyres wearing low

emissons output too low too register

Pass 6 Nov 2013 67,717 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2013 67,708 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2012 51,951 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 38,987 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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AE08 RYT is a 2008 Volkswagen Touareg in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 AE08 RYT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE08 RYT registered?

AE08 RYT is a 2008 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 3 July 2008.

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The MOT history for AE08 RYT shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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