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TR59 PBR

2009 Volkswagen Touareg

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

99,503 mi
Last recorded99,503 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Touareg86,288 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTR59 PBR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 99,503 miles

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both front (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2025 96,480 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2025 96,480 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2024 94,385 miles

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

Wiper blades in poor condition

Fail 19 Apr 2024 94,333 miles

Nearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Wiper blades in poor condition

Pass 27 Apr 2023 91,485 miles

Boot lid slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Apr 2023 91,469 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Boot lid slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged All outer side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 87,821 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged Cuts/damage to sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp slightly "dim"

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

Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view Both front (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 81,609 miles

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

under body shields fitted

Pass 6 May 2020 76,499 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 May 2020 76,499 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 66,316 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 59,529 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

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

Fail 14 Apr 2018 59,529 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Front 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 21 Apr 2017 52,809 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 52,809 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 50,400 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 44,772 miles

Offside Front Sidewall has light damaged

Offside Rear n/s/r and o/s/r child seats fitted at time of test

Pass 15 Oct 2014 40,349 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 36,734 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Oct 2013 36,734 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Sep 2012 31,225 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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TR59 PBR is a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 TR59 PBR, 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 TR59 PBR registered?

TR59 PBR is a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 19 October 2009.

Is TR59 PBR safe to buy?

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