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RV09 WTJ

2009 Volkswagen Touareg

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

155,806 mi
Last recorded155,806 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2023
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Touareg86,288 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV09 WTJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2023 155,806 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 7 Mar 2023 155,806 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Feb 2022 147,577 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 21 Feb 2022 147,577 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 139,524 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 133,204 miles

engine cover fitted

Pass 22 Feb 2019 121,646 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 110,828 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 95,750 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 85,397 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2016 85,397 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 72,491 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2014 58,032 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Feb 2013 46,273 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2013 46,273 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2012 40,095 miles

Front registration plate cracked

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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RV09 WTJ is a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 RV09 WTJ, 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.

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What year was RV09 WTJ registered?

RV09 WTJ is a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 5 March 2009.

Is RV09 WTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV09 WTJ shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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