2009 Volkswagen Touran 1.9L Diesel · FN59 LVS

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent maintenance trend over the last three years. The most recent inspection conducted in August 2023 at 100,699 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, indicating that the vehicle met all minimum safety standards. This follows two clean passes in 2022 and 2021, suggesting that the previous owners have addressed necessary repairs as they arose. The mileage pattern is notably low for a seventeen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,900 miles per year. Between November 2020 and August 2023, the car covered only 8,008 miles, reflecting a period of light usage. The single failure recorded in November 2021 at 93,839 miles was rectified immediately, as the vehicle passed just one day later at 93,853 miles. This suggests a minor issue, likely a light bulb or minor component, that was quickly resolved rather than a systemic mechanical failure or neglect. Despite the clean history of advisories, a physical inspection should focus on components affected by low-mileage sitting. A buyer must check for signs of rubber degradation, specifically perished suspension bushes and split tyres, which can occur when a vehicle is not driven frequently. The braking system should also be examined for corrosion on the discs and seized calipers, as low use often leads to surface rust-up. Given the age of the Touran, a thorough check of the chassis for structural integrity remains essential to ensure that hidden corrosion has not compromised the frame over time despite the clean MOT record.