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AJ56 ZLZ

2006 Volkswagen Touareg

Black Diesel 2999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

154,992 mi
Last recorded154,992 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Touareg97,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ56 ZLZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 154,992 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged all (7.1.2 (d))

Fail 1 Jul 2025 154,989 miles

Nearside Front Upper Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Upper Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

All suspension components corroded

Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Cover missing but still operates correctly at the time of test (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Inner Coolant leak Arch ()

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Cover missing but still operates correctly at the time of test (7.1.2 (d))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 17 Oct 2023 154,823 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Nearside Rear Seat belt installation attached to floor without reinforcement plates or with plates of an unsuitable size/contour NSR (Rear boot) (10.1 (m))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Rear Seat belt installation attached to floor without reinforcement plates or with plates of an unsuitable size/contour OSR (Rear Boot) (10.1 (m))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2022 151,546 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 139,670 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 22 Jul 2021 139,667 miles

Central Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2020 128,757 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 128,710 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 128,522 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2014 127,148 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2013 120,478 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 116,088 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2011 110,133 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2011 101,360 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Jan 2011 101,360 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 82,631 miles

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

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

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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AJ56 ZLZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Touareg in Black with a 2,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Touareg models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 97,215 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 AJ56 ZLZ, 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 20 years old, this Volkswagen Touareg is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AJ56 ZLZ registered?

AJ56 ZLZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 22 December 2006.

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