2016 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0L Diesel · LR65 MXS

The most recent MOT in March 2026 passed but flagged front tyres worn close to the legal limit with edge wear on both sides. The history reveals a clear and recurring risk pattern involving consumable wear. Since 2023, advisories for tyres wearing on the edges and brake discs becoming pitted or scored have appeared every year. Rear tyres were flagged in 2023 and 2024, while both front and rear brake discs were noted as pitted or scored in 2023, with the rear discs flagged again in 2025. This trend is worsening. After a clean test in 2022, the frequency of these advisories has steadily increased, and the wear items are not being fully resolved before the next test. The persistent edge wear on tyres is a particular concern, as it often points to underlying suspension or alignment issues rather than just normal tyre aging. At roughly 7,000 miles per year, the mileage is typical for a ten-year-old vehicle. However, the recurring edge wear and brake disc scoring suggest that while the car is not covering excessive distances, it may be subjected to hard driving during those miles, or it could be suffering from a geometry problem that is scrubbing the tyres. Before purchase, you must inspect the front tyres immediately as they will likely need replacing very soon.