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GL59 GWX

2009 Volkswagen Touareg

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

151,400 mi
Last recorded151,400 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Touareg86,288 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL59 GWX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 151,400 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2025 136,483 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 118,885 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 118,037 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2022 115,518 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Oct 2022 115,450 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 110,059 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2021 110,051 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2020 106,975 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2019 104,199 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 100,666 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 97,738 miles

lip on brake discs

under tray fitted

Pass 28 Nov 2016 87,444 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 74,587 miles

offside front tyre starting to wear on inner edge

under tray fitted

Pass 20 Nov 2014 60,458 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2013 50,079 miles

front brake discs worn

Fail 9 Dec 2013 50,079 miles

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

front brake discs worn

Pass 27 Nov 2012 37,711 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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GL59 GWX is a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GL59 GWX, 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 GL59 GWX registered?

GL59 GWX is a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 12 December 2009.

Is GL59 GWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL59 GWX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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