2017 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0L Diesel · YJ17 LMP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a recent decline in proactive care. In the most recent test on 14 May 2025 at 97,989 miles, the car initially failed due to critical front brake pad thickness and worn tyres. Although it passed upon re-test, the presence of pitted and scored brake discs alongside uneven tyre wear indicates that the owner only addressed faults when necessary to pass the legal inspection rather than performing scheduled preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,000 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, moving from 78,248 miles in June 2022 to 92,975 miles in June 2024. The interval of roughly 7,000 miles between those two tests suggests the vehicle is used regularly, but is now approaching the 100,000-mile milestone where heavy-duty drivetrain components and suspension bushings typically require more rigorous inspection or replacement. A buyer must inspect the front braking system thoroughly, as the 2025 failure confirms that the discs were neglected until they reached a functional limit. The report of tyres worn on the edge also suggests potential wheel alignment issues or worn suspension components that could cause premature tyre degradation. Given the age and mileage of this Touareg, a physical check of the control arm bushes and shock absorbers for leaks is essential, as the history reveals a pattern of reactive maintenance rather than comprehensive upkeep.