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Volkswagen Touareg

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 2,999 cc

1943 BTMOT history

1943 BT is a grey diesel Volkswagen Touareg first used on 24 May 2005. Its MOT expired on 8 Mar 2024 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 194,751 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Mar 2023.

1943 BT grey Volkswagen Touareg – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Touareg, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 Mar 2024
Mileage
194,751 mi
At MOT on 8 Mar 2023
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,998 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
1943 BT
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Touareg
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
24 May 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
8 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

1943 BT was last recorded at 194,751 miles on 8 Mar 2023, 641 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Mar 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 May 2009: 29,240 miles, lower than 61,819 miles on 29 May 2008.
  • 14 Aug 2013: 11,394 miles, lower than 84,928 miles on 30 Jul 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
194,110 miles · 9 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
641 miles
Average per year
8,998 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 194,751 miles
  • 2022 – 194,110 miles
  • 2021 – 190,791 miles
  • 2020 – 183,944 miles
  • 2017 – 180,710 miles
  • 2016 – 174,876 miles
  • 2015 – 156,051 miles
  • 2014 – 133,416 miles
  • 2013 – 11,394 miles
  • 2012 – 84,928 miles
  • 2011 – 69,966 miles
  • 2010 – 59,990 miles
  • 2009 – 29,240 miles
  • 2008 – 61,819 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass194,751 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All Arms Corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear exhaust heat shield insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 29 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass194,751 miles (+641)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    194,751 miles
    Test number
    905701631091
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All Arms Corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass194,110 miles (+3,319)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    194,110 miles
    Test number
    987396523721
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

  3. Pass190,791 miles (+6,847)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    190,791 miles
    Test number
    225310567058
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure

  4. Pass183,944 miles (+3,234)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    183,944 miles
    Test number
    427623384157
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure

  5. Pass180,710 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    180,710 miles
    Test number
    982915830012
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  6. Fail180,710 miles (+5,834)3 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,710 miles
    Test number
    948069842428
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  7. Pass174,876 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    174,876 miles
    Test number
    716317998629
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded on caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded on caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted
    • AdvisoryN/s/f and o/s/f tyre worn on inside edge
    • AdvisoryO/s handbrake requires attention
    • AdvisoryZero emissions

  8. Fail174,876 miles (+18,825)1 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,876 miles
    Test number
    465070224945
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded on caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded on caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted
    • AdvisoryN/s/f and o/s/f tyre worn on inside edge
    • AdvisoryO/s handbrake requires attention
    • AdvisoryZero emissions

  9. Pass156,051 miles (+22,635)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    156,051 miles
    Test number
    164901340592
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryHandbrake requires attention
    • AdvisoryN/s/f and o/s/f brake pipe on caliper
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  10. Pass133,416 miles (+122,022)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    133,416 miles
    Test number
    138648794103
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteZERO EMISSIONS

  11. Pass11,394 miles (-73,534)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    11,394 miles
    Test number
    118116723219
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass84,928 miles (+14,962)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    84,928 miles
    Test number
    515512212264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail69,966 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,966 miles
    Test number
    835057311256
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass69,966 miles (+9,976)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    69,966 miles
    Test number
    917967711211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass59,990 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    59,990 miles
    Test number
    223137160441
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  16. Fail59,990 miles (+30,750)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,990 miles
    Test number
    752456260159
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  17. Pass29,240 miles (-32,579)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    29,240 miles
    Test number
    740128549105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass61,819 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2009
    Odometer
    61,819 miles
    Test number
    974860058102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 1943 BT

What vehicle is registration 1943 BT currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 1943 BT on a grey diesel Volkswagen Touareg first used on 24 May 2005. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 1943 BT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 1943 BT expired on 8 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 1943 BT?
The MOT on 1943 BT expired on 8 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 1943 BT done?
1943 BT was recorded at 194,751 miles at its MOT on 8 Mar 2023, an average of 8,998 miles a year.
Has 1943 BT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 1943 BT has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2017.
Has the mileage on 1943 BT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 28 May 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on 1943 BT find?
1943 BT passed its latest MOT on 8 Mar 2023 with 5 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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