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2008 Volkswagen Touran 1.9L Diesel · MJ08 AAY

MJ08 AAY

2008 Volkswagen Touran (1.9L, diesel). First registered 15 Apr 2008. Recorded mileage 152,251 miles. MOT expired on 23 Mar 2024. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN TOURAN
Year / Origin
2008 · Manchester & Merseyside
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 23 Mar 2024
Road Tax
SORN
Recorded Mileage
152,251 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.9L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 23 Mar 2024
Tax Status
SORN
Statutory Off Road (SORN)
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2008
Engine
1896cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle’s most recent MOT on 2023-03-24 at 152,251 miles recorded a pass with no defects, indicating a stable maintenance trend. Prior tests from 2022-02-28 and 2021-02-22 also passed without issues, though an apparent duplicate entry for a failed test on the same date in 2022-02-28—without recorded defects—suggests a possible administrative error. No recurring mechanical faults are evident in the history, and the absence of advisories or critical failures implies the car has been maintained to a basic standard. The mileage progression shows consistent annual usage, with 139,001 miles in 2020 and 152,251 miles in 2023, reflecting an average of 8,458 miles per year. This aligns with typical usage for an 18-year-old vehicle, with no significant gaps or spikes in mileage that might indicate neglect or excessive wear. The MOTs are spaced approximately 12 months apart, suggesting regular compliance with legal requirements, though the lack of detailed defect reports limits insight into specific component health. A buyer should prioritize inspecting the suspension system, particularly suspension bushes and coil springs, which are prone to wear in older vehicles. The exhaust system and brake components, including calipers and discs, should also be checked for corrosion or uneven wear, as these are common issues in cars of this age. While the MOT records show no critical failures, the absence of detailed technical findings means a professional inspection is essential to confirm the condition of high-mileage parts and identify any hidden structural or mechanical risks.

MJ08 AAY Key Findings

  • 3 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 24/03/2023
  • 152,251 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (2 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (67%)
! Older vehicle
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MJ08 AAY Mileage History

  1. 28/02/2022148,140 mi
  2. 28/02/2022148,149 mi+9 mi
  3. 24/03/2023152,251 mi+4,102 mi

Average of roughly 3,859 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

MJ08 AAY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 7 Oct 2026, 18:12
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Volkswagen Touran (MJ08 AAY) between February 2022 and March 2023.

The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 24 March 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

Recorded failure items include: “Front Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))”; “Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))”.

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