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MAL 643W

2009 Volkswagen Touareg

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

119,200 mi
Last recorded119,200 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Touareg86,288 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMAL 643W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 119,200 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 116,232 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 110,976 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 104,883 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 99,140 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 92,701 miles

both front lower arm bushes worn

Pass 16 Oct 2019 86,565 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2x fronts (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 80,600 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 71,022 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 63,564 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2016 63,564 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 55,869 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2015 55,869 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2014 47,917 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2014 47,917 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2014 43,518 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 32,551 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 23,994 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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MAL 643W 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 MAL 643W, 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

How do I check the history of MAL 643W?

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What year was MAL 643W registered?

MAL 643W is a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 22 April 2009.

Is MAL 643W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MAL 643W 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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