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RK59 VRW

2009 Volkswagen Touareg

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

146,518 mi
Last recorded146,518 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Touareg86,288 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK59 VRW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 146,518 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2024 136,332 miles

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective both lenses fogged up (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Oct 2024 136,324 miles

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

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective both lenses fogged up (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 126,605 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 116,055 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 114,786 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 107,131 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 98,264 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 88,762 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2018 88,761 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 80,271 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 72,183 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 61,879 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 51,839 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 40,230 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 29,324 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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RK59 VRW is a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RK59 VRW, 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 RK59 VRW registered?

RK59 VRW is a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 5 October 2009.

Is RK59 VRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK59 VRW shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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