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R55 VSH

2004 Volkswagen Touareg

Grey Diesel 4921cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

152,927 mi
Last recorded152,927 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg92,605 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR55 VSH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,921cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 152,927 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 149,045 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Jan 2024 147,439 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2022 144,223 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2021 141,105 miles
Pass 25 May 2020 137,455 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 132,924 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 126,302 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2017 119,638 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 115,030 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 102,876 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 99,742 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 92,041 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 88,323 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 81,209 miles

corrosion to nearside rear brake disc

nearside and offside front brake discs worn

Fail 11 Oct 2011 81,209 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

corrosion to nearside rear brake disc

nearside and offside front brake discs worn

nearside and offside rear tyre tread worn out on inner edges

uneven rear tyre wear

Pass 14 Oct 2010 69,595 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 3 Aug 2009 55,170 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 43,215 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Jan 2007 25,148 miles

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

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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R55 VSH is a 2004 Volkswagen Touareg in Grey with a 4,921cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 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 R55 VSH, 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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What year was R55 VSH registered?

R55 VSH is a 2004 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 1 February 2004.

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