2008 Volkswagen Touran 1.9L Diesel · BV08 OXH

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT in August 2025 at 170,169 miles with no recorded defects. This represents a stabilizing trend in maintenance following a period of significant neglect in mid-2023. While the current status is clean, the transition from a multi-point failure in 2023 to a clean pass in subsequent tests indicates that the current owner has addressed critical mechanical and safety issues that were previously being ignored. At 170,169 miles over 18 years, the Touran averages approximately 9,454 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. The record shows consistent use, with roughly 15,000 miles covered between August 2024 and August 2025, and approximately 10,000 miles between July 2023 and August 2024. This steady accumulation suggests the car is not sitting for long periods, which generally helps prevent rubber components and seals from degrading. A buyer must inspect the front suspension assembly closely, as the history shows a recurring pattern of wear. The 2022 test flagged worn bushes and misting front shock absorbers, which escalated into a failure in 2023 for a steering linkage ball joint and a suspension arm bush. Although these were reportedly repaired, the high mileage and previous failures suggest the front suspension components are nearing the end of their functional life. The 2024 failure for a severely deteriorated front CV boot also highlights that drivetrain protection has been only serviced once reaching the point of failure. Brakes and tyres show a history of reactive maintenance rather than preventative care. Thin brake pads and worn tyres were flagged across both the 2023 and 2024 tests. The 2023 failure was particularly concerning due to exposed cords on the offside front tyre, indicating a total failure to monitor basic safety consumables. The buyer should verify the current tread depth on all four tyres and check for uneven wear on the brake discs to ensure the previous alignment issues or binding calipers have been fully resolved.