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AK62 OEX

2012 Volkswagen Touareg

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

178,615 mi
Last recorded178,615 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Touareg79,173 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK62 OEX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 178,615 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2025 162,939 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Feb 2025 162,515 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2024 145,828 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 135,789 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 127,886 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 119,014 miles

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

Fail 12 Feb 2021 118,937 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 11 Feb 2020 111,796 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2020 111,796 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2019 98,657 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Outer Tailgate bulb intermittently working

Stop lights delay in switching after realising brake pedal

Pass 14 Feb 2018 88,885 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 78,439 miles

engine cover fitted obscuring components in engine bay

lower under tray fitted obscuring underside components

Pass 24 Sep 2016 76,364 miles

nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 25 Sep 2015 68,260 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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AK62 OEX is a 2012 Volkswagen Touareg in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 AK62 OEX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK62 OEX registered?

AK62 OEX is a 2012 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is AK62 OEX safe to buy?

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