2004 Volkswagen Touareg 2.5L Diesel · SF04 DVS

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the MOT history over the last three years. The most recent test conducted in June 2023 at 167,239 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded, indicating the vehicle met all legal standards at that time. This follows a brief failure in April 2022, which was rectified immediately to allow a successful re-test on the same day. The mileage pattern remains consistent with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 7,600 miles per year. Between February 2020 and June 2023, the vehicle covered 26,706 miles, showing a steady rate of operation rather than long periods of inactivity. The gap between the April 2022 test and the June 2023 test suggests a shift in annual intervals, which is standard for vehicles over three years old. However, given the current date of June 2026, the MOT is now over three years overdue, which represents a significant lapse in verifying the current mechanical state and safety of the vehicle. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the suspension components and underbody, as high-mileage SUVs of this era often suffer from wear on control arm bushes and coil springs. While the record shows no structural failures, the lack of recent testing means any developing corrosion on the chassis or exhaust mounting points has not been documented. The braking system should also be checked for signs of binding calipers or thinning discs, as the historical data does not account for the wear of consumables since the 2023 inspection.