2013 Volkswagen Touran 2.0L Diesel · RE13 SYH

The vehicle presents a worsening maintenance trend regarding its suspension and de-dampening components. While it passed its most recent test in November 2025 at 164,719 miles, this followed a failure earlier that month for multiple critical faults. The tester identified excessively worn front lower suspension arm bushes and de-laminating rear bushes, alongside a failed nearside front anti-roll bar linkage. These mechanical issues indicate that minor wear noted in previous years has finally progressed to a point of failure, requiring significant intervention to maintain roadworthiness. At 164,719 miles, this 13-year-old Touran reflects high mileage, averaging approximately 12,700 miles per year. The record shows consistent use, with roughly 9,000 miles covered between the November 2024 and November 2025 tests. This high rate of travel places constant stress on rubber-based components, which aligns with the recurring suspension advisories. The persistent oil misting on all four shock absorbers has appeared in every annual test since 2022, indicating slow but inevitable degradation. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the entire suspension geometry, as the history shows a pattern of neglecting worn bushes until they fail inspection. The recent failure in 2025 suggests that the front arms were likely replaced, but the rear bushes still require verification. Attention should also be paid to the shock absorbers; the long-term misting suggests they are nearing failure. Furthermore, the presence of age cracks and nails in the tyre in the latest record indicates that basic tyre maintenance is reactive rather than proactive.