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AK16 VLM

2016 Volkswagen Touran

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

103,365 mi
Last recorded103,365 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Touran52,661 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK16 VLM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouran
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 103,365 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2024 94,531 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2023 84,430 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 6 Nov 2023 84,430 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2022 76,667 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 69,445 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 65,477 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 57,856 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2019 57,842 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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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AK16 VLM is a 2016 Volkswagen Touran in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2016 Volkswagen Touran models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 52,661 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 AK16 VLM, 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 10 years old, this Volkswagen Touran is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AK16 VLM registered?

AK16 VLM is a 2016 Volkswagen Touran, first registered on 18 May 2016.

Is AK16 VLM safe to buy?

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