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GF59 BWO

2009 Volkswagen Touareg

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

138,289 mi
Last recorded138,289 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Touareg86,288 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF59 BWO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2025 138,289 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 132,917 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear sub frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2023 12,146 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 9 Feb 2023 128,146 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Feb 2022 123,678 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel (1.1.11 (c))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Feb 2022 123,675 miles

Brake performance not tested fluid leak (1.2.1 (g))

Central Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel (1.1.11 (c))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2021 116,608 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres wearing close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 113,287 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nearside and offside ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Feb 2020 113,281 miles

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

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nearside and offside ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 111,434 miles

Central Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2018 102,651 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 31 Jan 2018 102,645 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 24 Jan 2017 92,685 miles

undertrays and engine covers fitted

done emissions to clean to read

Pass 23 Feb 2016 85,712 miles

undertrays and engine covers fitted

Pass 25 Mar 2015 81,333 miles

Engine management lamp on

Pass 26 Mar 2014 70,101 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 48,015 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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GF59 BWO is a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GF59 BWO, 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 GF59 BWO registered?

GF59 BWO is a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 12 October 2009.

Is GF59 BWO safe to buy?

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