2015 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0L Diesel · SW15 SSZ

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, showing a stable maintenance trend over the last four years. The most recent test on 30 April 2026 at 112,294 miles resulted in a pass, though it introduced the first recorded advisories in several years. Prior to this, the vehicle achieved clean pass sheets between 2022 and 2025, suggesting that the mechanical components generally operated without significant defect failures during that period. The mileage accumulation is consistent with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 10,200 miles annually. Between June 2022 at 70,827 miles and April 2026 at 112,294 miles, the car covered over 41,000 miles. This steady rate indicates regular use rather than long periods of stagnation, which often leads to dry- seals or seized components. The intervals between tests remain consistent, reflecting a disciplined owner-to-owner approach regarding the vehicle's legal road status. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension and tyres. The 2026 test flagged both nearside and offside front tyres as being worn close to the legal limit and showing edge wear. This specific wear pattern often indicates an alignment issue or worn control arm bushes and bushings. Given the weight of the Volkswagen Touareg, these components endure significant stress, and a thorough check for play in the front suspension is necessary to ensure further immediate maintenance is not required.