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OE04 TPU

2004 Volkswagen Touareg

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

143,799 mi
Last recorded143,799 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2020
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg92,605 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE04 TPU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2020 143,799 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Dec 2019 146,339 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2018 143,331 miles

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

Fail 29 Nov 2018 143,331 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2017 139,333 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside rear + nearside rear seat belts slow to retract

Fail 18 Apr 2017 139,320 miles

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

nearside rear seat belt retracting slowly

offside rear seat belt stalk plastic cover missing

Pass 27 Jan 2016 138,850 miles

Front x2 tyres wearing on inner edge

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 27 Jan 2015 134,948 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 21 Jan 2015 134,946 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 131,144 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 114,579 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 83,466 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2010 83,466 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 57,612 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 43,227 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

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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OE04 TPU is a 2004 Volkswagen Touareg in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Touareg models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 92,605 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 OE04 TPU, 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 22 years old, this Volkswagen Touareg is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OE04 TPU registered?

OE04 TPU is a 2004 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 1 July 2004.

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