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D26 VEX

2017 Volkswagen Touareg

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests26 (23 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88.5%

Mileage

172,024 mi
Last recorded172,024 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Touareg51,224 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD26 VEX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

23 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 172,024 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2025 171,953 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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2025 126,902 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened front ( arm slightly bent ) (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 99,421 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 132,270 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2023 128,100 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 78,821 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 118,196 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2022 118,137 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Nov 2022 55,457 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 114,588 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 33,876 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2021 114,464 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2020 112,138 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 11,883 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2020

COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Pass 23 Nov 2019 109,235 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 105,425 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 97,846 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 89,389 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 82,141 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 73,712 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 62,576 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 51,361 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

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

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

Offside Front 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 24 May 2011 43,923 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 34,213 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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D26 VEX is a 2017 Volkswagen Touareg in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.5%.

Across all 2017 Volkswagen Touareg models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 51,224 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 D26 VEX, 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 9 years old, this Volkswagen Touareg is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D26 VEX registered?

D26 VEX is a 2017 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 26 April 2017.

Is D26 VEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for D26 VEX shows 26 tests with a 88.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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