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PL04 YMS

2004 Volkswagen Touareg

Black Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

197,984 mi
Last recorded197,984 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2020
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg92,605 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL04 YMS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2020 197,984 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2019 106,151 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 104,222 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 101,310 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Feb 2017 101,310 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

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

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

Fail 11 Feb 2017 101,284 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2016 96,047 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 95,145 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Oct 2013 90,216 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 82,038 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 76,736 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 76,677 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

corrosion on rear discs.

Pass 1 Sep 2010 65,149 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 59,649 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 50,921 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2007 41,164 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2007 41,156 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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PL04 YMS is a 2004 Volkswagen Touareg in Black with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 PL04 YMS, 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 PL04 YMS registered?

PL04 YMS is a 2004 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 24 June 2004.

Is PL04 YMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL04 YMS shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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