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V100 GAR

2012 Volkswagen Touareg

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests38 (30 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

105,464 mi
Last recorded105,464 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Touareg79,173 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV100 GAR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

30 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 105,464 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2025 54,032 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2025 54,032 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2024 103,564 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Dec 2024 103,564 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2024 50,002 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 98,596 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 16 Nov 2023 98,596 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 47,001 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 95,939 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 6 Dec 2022 95,939 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 41,083 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 94,389 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 33,249 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2021 33,248 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2020 88,514 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2020 88,514 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2020 28,512 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2020 28,512 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 21,203 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 83,036 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 12,424 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 80,389 miles
Fail 29 May 2018 80,389 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2017 10,821 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 78,361 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 8,362 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 74,869 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 6,362 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 69,429 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 64,283 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 59,125 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 54,477 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 50,689 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 47,088 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 24 Apr 2009 39,289 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2008 34,704 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 26,388 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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V100 GAR is a 2012 Volkswagen Touareg in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 38 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Touareg models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 79,173 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 V100 GAR, 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 14 years old, this Volkswagen Touareg is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V100 GAR registered?

V100 GAR is a 2012 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 29 May 2012.

Is V100 GAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for V100 GAR shows 38 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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