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R50 TOU

2009 Volkswagen Touareg

Blue Diesel 4921cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

115,543 mi
Last recorded115,543 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Touareg86,288 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR50 TOU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,921cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 115,543 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 104,549 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2023 101,575 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 90,062 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 84,048 miles

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

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

no exhaust smoke detected

Fail 25 Feb 2021 84,048 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm - outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

no exhaust smoke detected

Pass 6 Feb 2020 83,727 miles

no exhaust smoke detected

Pass 4 Mar 2019 76,850 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 70,165 miles

no exhaust gases detected

Pass 6 Mar 2017 65,793 miles

No exhaust gases detected.

Pass 9 Feb 2016 57,241 miles

No exhaust gas detected

Pass 18 Feb 2015 51,331 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 41,844 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 35,189 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 30,678 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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R50 TOU is a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg in Blue with a 4,921cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 R50 TOU, 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

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What year was R50 TOU registered?

R50 TOU is a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 13 March 2009.

Is R50 TOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R50 TOU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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