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PA04 KGK

2004 Volkswagen Touareg

Green Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

161,567 mi
Last recorded161,567 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2021
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg92,605 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPA04 KGK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2021 161,567 miles

brake pad wear light on, all brake pads good electrical fault

Fail 6 Aug 2021 161,567 miles

Exhaust system insecure centre (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

brake pad wear light on, all brake pads good electrical fault

Pass 17 May 2019 146,425 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 142,217 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 138,588 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 131,087 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 124,707 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust emission 1.15

handbrake travel

Fail 11 May 2015 124,707 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust emission 1.15

handbrake travel

Pass 15 May 2014 117,946 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

handbrake travel

Fail 16 May 2013 110,651 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 May 2013 110,651 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 May 2012 103,395 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

long handbrake travel

Pass 22 May 2012 103,395 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

long handbrake travel

Pass 31 May 2011 95,282 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 95,279 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 88,437 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 88,437 miles

Nearside Headlamp missing (1.7.3)

Pass 19 Oct 2009 85,937 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 64,148 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 38,310 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 36,966 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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PA04 KGK is a 2004 Volkswagen Touareg in Green with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 PA04 KGK, 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.

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PA04 KGK is a 2004 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 22 July 2004.

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