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AY53 NSJ

2003 Volkswagen Touareg

Grey Diesel 4921cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

94,063 mi
Last recorded94,063 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2022
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg86,412 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 NSJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,921cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2022 94,063 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 93,877 miles

renew wiper blades

Pass 5 Jan 2015 92,442 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Dec 2013 91,045 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 87,564 miles

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 86,061 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear brake discs in poor condition

Pass 2 Nov 2010 80,770 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 76,250 miles

front wipers slightly smeary

Fail 2 Nov 2009 76,250 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

front wipers slightly smeary

Pass 16 Oct 2008 64,698 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Oct 2008 64,688 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2007 50,240 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 37,109 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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AY53 NSJ is a 2003 Volkswagen Touareg in Grey with a 4,921cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Touareg models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 86,412 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 AY53 NSJ, 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 23 years old, this Volkswagen Touareg is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AY53 NSJ registered?

AY53 NSJ is a 2003 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is AY53 NSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY53 NSJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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