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SJ08 TOW

2009 Volkswagen Touareg

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

194,717 mi
Last recorded194,717 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Touareg86,288 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ08 TOW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2026 194,717 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2025 137,872 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 120,969 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 2 Sep 2024 120,968 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2023 108,260 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 96,014 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2022 95,781 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt gaitor split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 Aug 2021 82,124 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2020 74,184 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 71,530 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 67,587 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2015 53,375 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 48,815 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 42,220 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 31,326 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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SJ08 TOW is a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SJ08 TOW, 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 SJ08 TOW registered?

SJ08 TOW is a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 14 December 2009.

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