2005 Volkswagen Touareg 2.5L Diesel · WG54 YBY

The most recent MOT on 2025‑06‑30 at 103,603 miles recorded a pass but also a concurrent failure for a non‑working nearside stop lamp (4.3.1 (a)(ii)) and tyre wear close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e)). The vehicle therefore remains borderline roadworthy, and the pattern of defects shows a stable trend rather than improvement. Recurring issues such as tyre wear, brake‑hose ferrule corrosion (first noted in 2019) and sub‑frame corrosion (2023) persist without clear resolution, indicating that basic maintenance has been inconsistent. Mileage accumulation over the vehicle’s life is low for its age. Between 2005 and 2026 the car has logged 103,603 miles, averaging roughly 4,933 miles per year, which suggests light use or extended periods of storage. MOT intervals have been irregular; the gap from 2024‑07‑04 (99,192 miles) to the 2025‑06‑30 test is about eleven months, while earlier gaps exceed two years. The low annual mileage does not guarantee reduced wear on consumables, as the tyre‑wear advisories demonstrate. A buyer should inspect the tyres for uneven wear on both inner and outer edges and verify tread depth against the legal limit highlighted in the 2023 and 2025 tests. The stop‑lamp circuit must be functional, given the 2025 failure. Brake hoses need close examination for ferrule corrosion, a fault present since 2019, and any signs of leakage should be addressed. The front and rear sub‑frames show corrosion (2023) that, while not severely weakened, requires scrutiny for progression. The rear space‑saver wheel and tyre‑size mismatch noted in the 2024 failure should be checked, and headlamp aim, lens condition, side‑repeater operation and underside shield coverage should be verified during a physical inspection.