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AO09 LPJ

2009 Volkswagen Touareg

Black Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

172,946 mi
Last recorded172,946 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Touareg86,288 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO09 LPJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 172,946 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

front and rear suspension surface corroded

Fail 8 Apr 2026 172,944 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

front and rear suspension surface corroded

Pass 24 Nov 2022 158,879 miles

nearside front anti roll bar D bush worn

wear lip on front brake discs

Fail 23 Nov 2022 158,850 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

nearside front anti roll bar D bush worn

wear lip on front brake discs

Pass 21 Oct 2021 151,915 miles

front brake pads wearing thin

rusty wear lip on rear brake discs

Pass 5 Sep 2020 140,521 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear brake discs rusty on edge and thin

Pass 14 Aug 2019 129,612 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 122,346 miles

rear brake discs getting thin

Pass 15 Jun 2018 119,750 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2018 119,750 miles

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2017 106,808 miles

ECU light on

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner tread 275/40/r20 106y xtra load (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured bulbs faded (1.4.A.2f)

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

trailer socket 13 pin connection corroded

Pass 21 Jun 2016 91,992 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 67,789 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 52,142 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 52,142 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2013 35,405 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 24,854 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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AO09 LPJ is a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg in Black with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2009 Volkswagen Touareg models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 86,288 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 AO09 LPJ, 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 17 years old, this Volkswagen Touareg is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AO09 LPJ registered?

AO09 LPJ is a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 25 April 2009.

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