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VV55 MAX

2009 Volkswagen Touareg

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

156,696 mi
Last recorded156,696 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Touareg86,288 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVV55 MAX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2025 156,696 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Plastic sills and undercovers fitted as standard not allowing full inspection

Fail 31 Mar 2025 156,696 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Plastic sills and undercovers fitted as standard not allowing full inspection

Pass 27 Mar 2024 144,919 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 136,424 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 127,457 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 122,032 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 115,978 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres wearing on outside edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 105,197 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 92,805 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 81,297 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 71,330 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 61,085 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 51,359 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 45,868 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jul 2012 33,481 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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VV55 MAX 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 93.3%.

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 VV55 MAX, 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 VV55 MAX registered?

VV55 MAX is a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 30 May 2009.

Is VV55 MAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VV55 MAX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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