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LC09 LJO

2009 Volkswagen Touareg

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

140,293 mi
Last recorded140,293 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Touareg86,288 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC09 LJO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2026 140,293 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking close to ferrule. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking close to ferrule. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 1 Sep 2026 140,291 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended Jammed (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking close to ferrule. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking close to ferrule. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2025 133,181 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 13 Aug 2025 133,181 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 Jul 2025 132,955 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected & sharp edge (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 123,423 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2023 114,591 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2022 98,373 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 79,134 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 57,397 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 46,019 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 44,520 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2018 44,520 miles

Electronic parking brake control inoperative (1.1.6 (d))

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Dec 2017 43,214 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Oct 2016 36,242 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 24,169 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2015 24,166 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 21,617 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 9,977 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2013 9,977 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 May 2012 8,253 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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LC09 LJO is a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LC09 LJO, 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 LC09 LJO registered?

LC09 LJO is a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 15 May 2009.

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