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RV59 VXU

2009 Volkswagen Touareg

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

171,659 mi
Last recorded171,659 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Touareg86,288 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV59 VXU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 171,659 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 162,065 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 154,168 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2022 148,814 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Dec 2021 145,526 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 139,929 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 130,858 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 121,294 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 111,595 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 99,545 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front tyre outer sidewall damaged no cords showing 275/40r20 106y xl grabber gt

Pass 11 Jun 2015 85,240 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 73,142 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 60,358 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Jul 2013 60,349 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2012 43,177 miles

nearside front tyre wearing low on tread

small cuts in offside front tyre outer sidewall

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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RV59 VXU is a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg in Black with a 2,967cc 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 RV59 VXU, 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

How do I check the history of RV59 VXU?

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What year was RV59 VXU registered?

RV59 VXU is a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is RV59 VXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV59 VXU 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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