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YK09 VKE

2009 Volkswagen Touareg

Black Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

146,425 mi
Last recorded146,425 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2022
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Touareg86,288 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK09 VKE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTouareg
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2022 146,425 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2021 133,732 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2020 117,145 miles
Fail 23 May 2020 117,145 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2019 111,579 miles

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

Front under tray fitted

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))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front caliper retaining spring missing

Fail 10 Aug 2019 111,575 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Front under tray fitted

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))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front caliper retaining spring missing

Pass 20 Aug 2018 103,025 miles

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

Fail 18 Aug 2018 103,021 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2017 91,974 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 80,649 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 69,886 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 59,129 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2014 59,129 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2013 51,385 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 38,797 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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YK09 VKE is a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg in Black with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 YK09 VKE, 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 YK09 VKE registered?

YK09 VKE is a 2009 Volkswagen Touareg, first registered on 31 March 2009.

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