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B3 WGG

2009 Volkswagen Touareg

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

82,826 mi
Last recorded82,826 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Touareg86,288 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 WGG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 82,826 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 78,805 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 71,562 miles

both tyres just legal

Fail 30 Aug 2023 71,562 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

both tyres just legal

Pass 27 Aug 2022 64,892 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 57,134 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2020 55,986 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 29 May 2019 52,436 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 48,851 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 48,851 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 22 May 2017 46,373 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 43,935 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 36,679 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 May 2014 30,345 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Fail 6 May 2014 30,345 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 9 May 2013 24,904 miles

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

Various minor chips on front windscreen

Pass 1 May 2012 20,053 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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B3 WGG is a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 B3 WGG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B3 WGG registered?

B3 WGG is a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 23 May 2009.

Is B3 WGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B3 WGG shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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