2009 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0L Diesel · KM59 RFE

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, having passed its most recent MOT on 3 March 2026 at 120,940 miles. While a failure was recorded just one day prior at the same mileage, the immediate pass suggests a minor administrative defect or a trivial consumable issue that was rectified instantly. Since 2021, the car has maintained a clean testing record, indicating that the mechanical components have met minimum safety standards over the last five years. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a low-use vehicle for its age, averaging approximately 7,114 miles per year. There is a notable gap in the records between November 2021 and March 2024, during which only 1,290 miles were covered. Since that period, the usage has increased significantly, covering over 9,000 miles in the last two years. This shift suggests the vehicle is currently being used more frequently, which is generally positive for seals, lubricants, and components like the Touare's drivetrain that can suffer from degradation during long stationary intervals. Given the clean MOT history regarding faults and advisories, a physical inspection should focus on the heavy-duty components inherent to the Touareg's design. The buyer should scrutinize the suspension bushes and control arms for perished rubber, as these often fail on heavy SUVs before they trigger an MOT failure. Checking for structural corrosion on the subframes and the condition of the brake lines is essential, as the MOT record does not account for early-stage surface rust that may lead to future structural failures.