2018 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0L Diesel · YS68 KDV

The Touareg’s most recent MOT, passed on 30 October 2025 at 98,641 miles, indicates a clean bill of health with no defects recorded. However, the preceding test on 17 July 2025—just three months earlier—revealed critical tyre failures, including a near-side rear tyre cut through to the ply and an off-side front tyre worn to the legal limit. This abrupt failure suggests either a sudden neglect of basic maintenance or a lack of proactive tyre monitoring. While the vehicle passed its last MOT, the recurring tyre issues—evident again in November 2023 at 71,988 miles—point to a pattern of deferred attention to consumables, which could imply broader maintenance gaps. The recorded mileage of 98,641 miles over eight years equates to an average of 12,330 miles annually, a rate significantly higher than typical for a vehicle of this age. The largest jump occurred between the 2023 and 2024 tests, where mileage increased by 16,629 miles in just over a year, suggesting either intensive use or prolonged periods without service. The absence of any structural or mechanical advisories in the 2024 or 2025 tests does not negate the need for scrutiny, but the rapid mileage accumulation raises concerns about wear on suspension components, brake calipers, and drivetrain integrity. A buyer should prioritise an immediate inspection of all tyres, focusing on the near-side rear and off-side front positions for signs of uneven wear, hidden cuts, or residual damage from the 2025 failure. The repeated tyre issues warrant verification of the tread depth across all wheels, as well as checking for uneven wear patterns that could indicate alignment or suspension misalignment. Given the high mileage, the condition of the coil springs, suspension bushes, and steering rack should be closely examined for wear or fluid leaks, while the brake discs and calipers—particularly the off-side front—must be assessed for excessive heat discolouration or binding, which could explain the 2025 advisory. Structural corrosion, especially around wheel arches, sills, and the subframe, should also be inspected, as prolonged high-mileage use may have accelerated deterioration in these areas.