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RX04 VZU

2004 Volkswagen Touareg

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

180,305 mi
Last recorded180,305 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg92,605 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX04 VZU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 180,305 miles

Fuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2024 173,924 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 163,704 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 155,238 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 148,780 miles

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Jun 2021 148,748 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2019 142,963 miles

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

Fail 30 Nov 2019 142,957 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2018 136,003 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 127,898 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 118,763 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2016 118,707 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 108,943 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 91,072 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 78,659 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 73,199 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 65,014 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 54,256 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 39,349 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 32,750 miles

Child seat in osr visual check of belt only.

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2007 27,904 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2007 27,904 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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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RX04 VZU is a 2004 Volkswagen Touareg in Grey with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RX04 VZU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX04 VZU registered?

RX04 VZU is a 2004 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 8 June 2004.

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The MOT history for RX04 VZU shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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