2011 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0L Diesel · FR11 LCL
2011 Volkswagen Touareg (3.0L, diesel). First registered 25 Aug 2011. Recorded mileage 155,663 miles. MOT valid until 24 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 155,663 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FR11 LCL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/07/2026
- 155,663 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FR11 LCL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (FR11 LCL) between July 2024 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 15 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (10 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 17 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.
FR11 LCL Mileage History
- 18/07/2024150,119 mi
- 26/07/2024150,120 mi+1 mi
- 24/07/2025152,247 mi+2,127 mi
- 24/07/2025152,247 mi
- 15/07/2026155,663 mi+3,416 mi
Average of roughly 2,785 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Volkswagen Volkswagen Touareg Mk2 (7P)
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MOT Roadworthiness: 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.
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