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AK12 FML

2012 Volkswagen Touareg

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

142,253 mi
Last recorded142,253 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Touareg79,173 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 FML
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 142,253 miles
Pass 19 May 2025 136,732 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2024 131,816 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 123,485 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 116,768 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 105,941 miles

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All four (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Stepped on inner slight perished (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Stepped on inner slightly perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 93,297 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 78,749 miles

Plastic under trays fitted

Pass 22 Mar 2018 67,129 miles

Plastic under trays fitted

Fail 16 Mar 2018 67,021 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Plastic under trays fitted

Pass 10 Mar 2017 53,425 miles

Oil leak Engine ()

Pass 22 Mar 2016 36,262 miles

Corrosion on inner faces front brake discs

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

Nearside Front Slight bind on brake

Oil leak

Slight judder on brakes at slow speed

Pass 27 Mar 2015 20,557 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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AK12 FML is a 2012 Volkswagen Touareg in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Touareg models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 79,173 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 AK12 FML, 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 14 years old, this Volkswagen Touareg is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AK12 FML registered?

AK12 FML is a 2012 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 31 March 2012.

Is AK12 FML safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK12 FML shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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