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AF55 XWR

2005 Volkswagen Touareg

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

182,356 mi
Last recorded182,356 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Touareg98,327 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 XWR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2017 182,356 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 9 Aug 2016 180,468 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 173,316 miles

Both rear brake discs worn

Oil leak

brake pad warning lamp on

Fail 10 Aug 2015 173,316 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Both rear brake discs worn

Oil leak

brake pad warning lamp on

Pass 19 Aug 2014 162,606 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Aug 2014 162,583 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2013 147,640 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2013 147,640 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 128,413 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 123,617 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 116,553 miles

cut in n/s front tyre wall

Pass 25 Jan 2010 104,812 miles

pershing & slight cracking present on rear tyres

Pass 9 May 2008 97,795 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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AF55 XWR is a 2005 Volkswagen Touareg in Grey with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AF55 XWR, 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 AF55 XWR registered?

AF55 XWR is a 2005 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is AF55 XWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF55 XWR shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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