2007 Volkswagen Touran 2.0L Diesel · FE57 SVC

The Volkswagen Touran’s most recent MOT test on 18 September 2025 at 160,200 miles confirms it remains roadworthy, though with a persistent minor brake fluctuation noted as a service advisory. The trend over the past three tests shows no worsening of structural or safety-critical failures, but the recurrence of suspension and tyre advisories suggests these areas require closer scrutiny. The 2024 test at 145,936 miles highlighted worn suspension bushes, light oil misting on a shock absorber, and tyres approaching legal limits—issues that were not fully resolved by the following test. While no major defects have arisen since the ABS and lamp failure in September 2022, the lack of corrective action on the 2024 advisories raises questions about whether maintenance was deferred. The mileage progression of approximately 8,400 miles annually over the past four years aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, though the gap between the 2023 and 2024 tests—covering 11,888 miles—is unusually long for a car with known suspension and tyre concerns. The 2022 failure at 124,542 miles, just six days before passing at 124,564 miles, indicates either a rushed inspection or a temporary fix for the ABS and lamp issues. There is no evidence of excessive standing or neglect, but the pattern of advisories rather than failures suggests some components may have been overlooked between services. A prospective buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of the suspension system, particularly the front and rear arm bushes, which showed consistent wear in 2024. The near-side front shock absorber’s oil misting suggests potential internal leakage, and the tyres—now likely beyond the 2024 legal limit—will need replacement. The braking system, while currently passing, warrants closer examination for uneven wear or binding calipers, especially given the 2025 fluctuation advisory. Structural integrity should also be checked for corrosion, particularly around wheel arches and the subframe, as this age and mileage increase the risk of hidden rust damage. The ABS fault from 2022, if unresolved, could recur and should be scanned for diagnostic trouble codes.