2007 Volkswagen Touran 1.9L Diesel · ML57 ABO

The vehicle failed its most recent MOT on 2026‑07‑08 at 174,449 miles, presenting a mix of safety‑critical and advisory defects. The tester flagged a frayed offside front seat‑belt webbing, damaged tyres and missing wheel fixings on both rear corners, excessive play in the near‑side front track‑rod end, a split constant‑velocity boot on the near‑side front drive shaft, and corroded rear suspension components. These findings follow a pattern of deterioration: after a clean pass in October 2022, the car recorded several failures in October 2023, a brief pass despite advisories, and now a broader set of issues, indicating the maintenance trend is worsening rather than stabilising. Mileage accumulation shows a clear shift in usage. Between October 2022 (160,357 mi) and October 2023 (169,358 mi) the car logged 9,001 miles in roughly twelve months. The next recorded increase to 174,449 miles occurred over nearly three years, from October 2023 to July 2026, adding only 5,091 miles. The 21‑month gap without an MOT entry means the vehicle spent a considerable period off‑road, which can mask wear on consumables but also suggests periods of storage. Overall, the car’s 174,449 miles over 19 years still represent a high cumulative exposure, typical for a vehicle of this age. A prospective buyer should inspect several areas highlighted by the history. Verify the front seat‑belt webbing for fraying, examine both front tyres for cracking or perishing, and ensure all rear wheel bolts are present and tightened. Check the near‑side front tie‑rod end for excessive play and the constant‑velocity boot for splits that could allow dirt ingress. Inspect the rear coil springs and associated suspension brackets for corrosion, and examine the rear shock absorbers for oil mist. Brake pads and discs should be checked for thin wear and pitting, and look for any oil leak from the engine. Finally, assess suspension bushes for splitting and confirm that under‑trays or engine covers do not conceal underlying corrosion or damage.