2017 Volkswagen Touran 2.0L Diesel · RK67 AHU

A consistent run of clean passes defines this 2017 Volkswagen Touran's recorded history: five consecutive MOT tests between September 2021 and September 2025, every one passed at the first attempt with not a single advisory item noted. The latest examination on 20 September 2025 continued that pattern, meaning no tester across five years has flagged worn suspension bushes, corroded brake lines, tyre wear, exhaust issues, or any other developing defect. That is an unusually unblemished record for a family MPV of this age, and the trend is stable rather than improving or worsening, since there has been nothing to improve upon. It should be stressed, however, that MOT results are a snapshot of minimum roadworthiness on the day of each test; a clean certificate does not by itself establish that the vehicle has been serviced on schedule or that components between inspections are free of wear. The recorded mileage of 59,562 miles over roughly nine years equates to about 6,600 miles per annum, which sits comfortably within the typical range for a UK vehicle of this age. The annual test dates fall almost exactly twelve months apart each year, indicating continuous, regular use rather than long periods off the road, and there are no gaps in the testing record that might suggest a lay-up. This steady, moderate accumulation is mechanically favourable in one respect: components such as brake discs, suspension bushes, and drivetrain parts have been exercised regularly without the extreme wear associated with high-mileage use. Equally, the mileage is not so low as to raise concerns about seals drying out or brakes corroding through prolonged inactivity. Because the MOT record flags no specific defects, buyer checks should focus on the wear items that fall outside the test's scope or that can deteriorate between inspections. On a test drive, listen for knocking or clonking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, which would point to worn anti-roll bar links or suspension arm bushes not yet bad enough to attract an advisory, and feel for any vibration or judder through the brake pedal under firm braking, suggesting disc wear or warping. Check that the steering tracks straight without pulling, which can indicate uneven tyre wear or alignment issues, and verify smooth gearchanges and clutch engagement if the vehicle is a manual, or clean, hesitation-free shifts if it carries the DSG automatic, since transmission behaviour is not assessed in the MOT. Given the Touran's role as a load-carrying family vehicle, it is also worth inspecting areas the test only partially covers: look underneath for any oil misting around the engine and gearbox, check the condition of the coolant and confirm the service history supports the cambelt and water pump interval applicable to this engine, and examine all four tyres for even tread depth across the width. The clean MOT sequence is a genuinely positive foundation, but it should be treated as one part of the buying decision alongside a physical inspection, a test drive, and verification of documented servicing rather than as proof of overall mechanical condition.