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AG08 SYV

2008 Volkswagen Touareg

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

146,264 mi
Last recorded146,264 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Touareg91,547 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG08 SYV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 146,264 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Jan 2026 146,263 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2025 141,395 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2024 136,475 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 26 Jan 2023 130,799 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jan 2022 126,062 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 121,417 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2020 118,131 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 112,395 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 105,014 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has a nail in it

Fail 25 Jan 2018 105,014 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has a nail in it

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jan 2017 96,412 miles

child seat fitted to rear

passenger door very stiff to open from outside

Pass 2 Feb 2016 87,381 miles

child seat fitted

emissions to clean to test

Fail 2 Feb 2016 87,381 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

child seat fitted

emissions to clean to test

Fail 3 Feb 2015 80,760 miles

emissions to clean to test

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Feb 2015 80,760 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

emissions to clean to test

Pass 4 Feb 2014 74,136 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 66,753 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 58,258 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Fail 1 Feb 2012 58,258 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

brake pad warning light illuminated

Pass 11 Mar 2011 41,134 miles

N/S/R tyre has a small cut.

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

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

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

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

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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AG08 SYV is a 2008 Volkswagen Touareg in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 AG08 SYV, 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 AG08 SYV registered?

AG08 SYV is a 2008 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 12 March 2008.

Is AG08 SYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG08 SYV shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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