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DE53 LTU

2003 Volkswagen Touareg

Grey Petrol 3189cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

100,531 mi
Last recorded100,531 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg86,412 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE53 LTU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,189cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2018 100,531 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2018 100,531 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 99,942 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 97,004 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 94,419 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

engine light on

Pass 16 Jun 2014 87,582 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Pass 29 May 2013 79,375 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 68,794 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2011 57,550 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 57,548 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 May 2010 50,892 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 44,748 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 37,947 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 27,537 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 26,310 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 26,310 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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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DE53 LTU is a 2003 Volkswagen Touareg in Grey with a 3,189cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 DE53 LTU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DE53 LTU registered?

DE53 LTU is a 2003 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is DE53 LTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE53 LTU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DE53 LTU have outstanding finance?

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