2012 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0L Diesel · DV12 KPJ

The vehicle last passed an MOT in July 2023 at 141,336 miles, but this test is now nearly three years old, meaning the car has been operating without a valid MOT certificate since that date. The maintenance trend shows a clear worsening, with a persistent minor oil leak noted since at least July 2021 and a new coolant leak appearing in the most recent test. While brake disc wear was a significant advisory in 2020, it was not mentioned in subsequent tests, suggesting either replacement or that the condition was no longer deemed advisory at the time of testing. The recurring oil leak, however, indicates an ongoing issue that has not been resolved. The recorded mileage of 141,336 miles over approximately 14 years averages to a typical 10,095 miles annually. The MOT history shows consistent annual testing until 2023, with mileages incrementing as expected: 126,768 miles in July 2020, 132,185 in July 2021, 136,017 in July 2022, and finally 141,336 in July 2023. This represents an average annual increase of roughly 4,600 miles over the last three recorded years, which is lower than the long-term average and could suggest reduced usage in recent periods. The complete absence of any MOT record for the past three years is a major concern, as it provides no verified data on the vehicle’s current mechanical state or legality for road use. A buyer must physically inspect the engine bay for the source and severity of both the oil and coolant leaks, as these can lead to engine damage or overheating if neglected. The brake system, particularly the front discs, should be examined for excessive wear, scoring, or lipping despite the lack of recent advisories, given their prior condition. All tyres, including the spare, require a thorough check for tread depth, sidewall damage, and even wear patterns, as uneven wear was previously flagged. The three-year gap in statutory testing means the vehicle’s current structural integrity, suspension components, and exhaust emissions are entirely unknown and must be verified by an independent inspection before any purchase.