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AF04 XXU

2004 Volkswagen Touran

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

169,748 mi
Last recorded169,748 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2018
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Touran96,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF04 XXU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouran
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2018 169,748 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit low on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak ()

Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt centre (buckle damaged) (5.2.2a)

Pass 9 Jan 2017 158,934 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides of car (3.6.B.4d)

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides of car (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON LEGAL LIMIT (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON LEGAL LIMIT (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt centre. Buckle damaged but operation unaffected (5.2.2a)

Rear both rear tyres worn on inner edges

both front tyres worn on inner deges

Fail 6 Jan 2017 158,933 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides of car (3.6.B.4d)

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides of car (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON LEGAL LIMIT (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON LEGAL LIMIT (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt centre. Buckle damaged but operation unaffected (5.2.2a)

Rear both rear tyres worn on inner edges

both front tyres worn on inner deges

Pass 20 Mar 2015 136,191 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

brake pad warning light on

offside rear brake slightly binding

Fail 20 Mar 2015 136,191 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

brake pad warning light on

offside front tyre wearing badly on both edges recommend replacement

offside rear brake slightly binding

Pass 27 Mar 2014 120,812 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 105,510 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2013 105,510 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 91,488 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 20 Mar 2012 91,488 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 77,273 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2011 77,273 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

underbody corrosion

Pass 15 Mar 2010 63,835 miles

unable to see brake pads

Fail 15 Mar 2010 63,833 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

unable to see brake pads

Pass 19 Mar 2009 53,165 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 40,838 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 25,462 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Touran?

Based on 1,718,428 MOT tests across 119,227 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
8,178
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
119,227
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 45,204
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 23,205
coil spring broken 18,609
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 14,479
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13,811
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AF04 XXU is a 2004 Volkswagen Touran in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Touran models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 96,746 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 Touran fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 45,204 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF04 XXU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Touran typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Volkswagen Touran is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AF04 XXU registered?

AF04 XXU is a 2004 Volkswagen Touran, first registered on 5 March 2004.

Is AF04 XXU safe to buy?

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