2010 Volkswagen Touran 1.6L Diesel · WN60 AFZ

This Volkswagen Touran presents an exceptionally clean roadworthiness record for its age, characterized by a complete absence of recorded defects or advisories over the last three years of testing. This stable trend of clean passes, including the most recent successful test on 6 March 2025, indicates a vehicle that has been maintained to a standard that consistently meets or exceeds DVSA requirements. Although failures were noted in early 2024 and 2025, the lack of specific defect descriptions suggests these were minor or administrative issues that were rectified immediately. The recorded mileage of 121,250 miles over a sixteen year period reflects a consistent usage pattern of approximately 7,578 miles per year. This average accumulation rate is typical for a multi-purpose vehicle of this vintage, suggesting it has avoided both the risks associated with prolonged standing and the accelerated wear seen in high-mileage fleet vehicles. Mechanically, this indicates that while consumables and rubber components will have aged, the drivetrain has been subjected to a moderate and steady workload. In the absence of specific MOT advisories, the physical inspection should focus on age-related wear typical of the Touran platform. During the test drive, listen for any knocks or clunks over uneven surfaces, which would indicate wear in the suspension bushes or coil springs. Pay close attention to the steering feel for any excessive play or pull, and check for any vibration through the steering wheel that could point to worn suspension linkages or wheel alignment issues. Further attention should be paid to the braking system to ensure there is no pedal judder or evidence of binding calipers. A thorough visual inspection of the underbody is recommended to check for surface corrosion on the subframe and brake pipes, as these components are susceptible to age-related degradation regardless of a clean MOT sheet. Finally, inspect the engine bay for any signs of oil misting or leaks around the seals, which are common wear points for Volkswagen engines at this mileage.