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BD59 VGJ

2009 Volkswagen Touareg

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

183,409 mi
Last recorded183,409 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Touareg86,288 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD59 VGJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 183,409 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2025 170,096 miles

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

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2024 150,110 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

slight underside corrosion

Pass 5 Apr 2023 135,286 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2022 115,047 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

brake pad warning light on

Fail 6 Apr 2022 115,040 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

brake pad warning light on

Pass 3 Apr 2021 97,947 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 96,357 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 93,345 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 85,544 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2017 72,873 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 64,292 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 59,271 miles

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

to clean for emission reading

Fail 10 Dec 2014 59,271 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

to clean for emission reading

Pass 11 Dec 2013 50,443 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2012 40,853 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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BD59 VGJ is a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 BD59 VGJ, 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 BD59 VGJ registered?

BD59 VGJ is a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 17 December 2009.

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