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VF04 GVV

2004 Volkswagen Touareg

Green Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

136,945 mi
Last recorded136,945 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2016
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg92,605 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF04 GVV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2016 136,945 miles

Centre Rear seat belt not fitted at time of test.

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

engine bay covers fitted.

vehicle under trays fitted.

Pass 6 Jul 2015 127,032 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

fuel tank retaining straps corroded.

Fail 14 Jul 2014 120,139 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2014 120,139 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 116,550 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 116,550 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2012 110,287 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Jul 2012 110,287 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Nov 2011 100,643 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 76,904 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 75,695 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 70,601 miles

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

Fail 1 Oct 2009 70,595 miles

Offside Outer Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2008 62,195 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 59,159 miles

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

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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VF04 GVV is a 2004 Volkswagen Touareg in Green with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 VF04 GVV, 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.

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What year was VF04 GVV registered?

VF04 GVV is a 2004 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 20 July 2004.

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