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NJ09 DFE

2009 Volkswagen Touareg

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

137,052 mi
Last recorded137,052 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Touareg86,288 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ09 DFE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 137,052 miles

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Fail 13 Feb 2026 137,033 miles

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2025 125,667 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2024 120,500 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 117,021 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 113,287 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 108,226 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 101,141 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 87,654 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 72,739 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2017 72,738 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Apr 2017 70,995 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 66,107 miles

Offside side repeater has water ingress behind lens

Fail 10 Jun 2016 66,107 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

Offside side repeater has water ingress behind lens

Pass 24 Jun 2015 58,794 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 55,404 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2015 55,404 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2014 42,437 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 37,595 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 31,063 miles

both front tyres scrubbing outside edges off

Fail 24 May 2012 31,063 miles

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

both front tyres scrubbing outside edges off

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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NJ09 DFE is a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 NJ09 DFE, 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 NJ09 DFE registered?

NJ09 DFE is a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 15 May 2009.

Is NJ09 DFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ09 DFE shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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