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VLZ 411

2009 Volkswagen Touareg

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

135,706 mi
Last recorded135,706 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Touareg86,288 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLZ 411
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 135,706 miles

Nearside Front tyre cut sidewall

corrosion outer sills

Pass 28 Jan 2025 135,652 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 27 Jan 2025 135,651 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2024 134,640 miles

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

Fail 26 Jan 2024 134,639 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2023 132,831 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2022 130,260 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2021 125,873 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 114,243 miles

Rear BOTH WISH BONE BUSHES PERISHED

Fail 9 Jul 2019 114,243 miles

Exhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear BOTH WISH BONE BUSHES PERISHED

Pass 29 Jun 2018 101,456 miles

Engine management light was illuminated at the start of the test, it went out when engine warmed up.

Power steering close to minimum mark looks low in reservoir however no minimum mark indicated. (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 88,712 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 86,631 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 73,024 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edge

Pass 28 Apr 2015 61,665 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 53,216 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 42,788 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 29,600 miles

Child seat fitted to right hand rear

Right hand front brake disc inner surface corroded

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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VLZ 411 is a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VLZ 411, 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 VLZ 411 registered?

VLZ 411 is a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 19 May 2009.

Is VLZ 411 safe to buy?

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