2012 Volkswagen Touran 1.6L Diesel · MJ12 ACU

The vehicle’s most recent MOT on 2024-10-08 at 136,419 miles recorded a pass with no defects, but the preceding test on 2024-10-07 at the same mileage failed with no recorded issues. This inconsistency suggests potential administrative errors or unaddressed minor faults. Subsequent tests from 2023-10-09 (115,021 miles) and earlier showed no defects, indicating a stable maintenance record until late 2024. However, the lack of a valid MOT since October 2024 raises concerns about ongoing compliance and mechanical oversight. The vehicle’s mileage of 136,419 miles over 14 years equates to an average of 9,744 miles annually, aligning with typical usage for its age. Notable gaps exist between tests: from 2022-10-01 (81,885 miles) to 2023-03-31 (96,033 miles), a 14,148-mile increase in five months, followed by a 19,000-mile jump to 115,021 miles by 2023-10-09. These fluctuations may reflect periods of heavy use or infrequent servicing, though no structural or mechanical failures were documented in the history. A buyer should prioritise inspecting the braking system for wear, as repeated MOTs without defects may mask gradual issues like binding calipers or uneven brake disc wear. Suspension components, including coil springs and bushes, warrant scrutiny due to age and mileage. Additionally, the absence of recent emissions testing and the failed 2024 MOT imply potential risks to exhaust integrity or catalytic converter function, which could impact both compliance and long-term reliability.