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Volkswagen Touareg

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 2,460 cc

LA55 COUMOT history

LA55 COU is a black diesel Volkswagen Touareg first used on 26 Jan 2006. Its MOT expired on 7 Feb 2025 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 322,885 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Feb 2024.

LA55 COU black Volkswagen Touareg – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Feb 2025
Mileage
322,885 mi
At MOT on 8 Feb 2024
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
18,833 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 COU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Touareg
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
26 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 COU was last recorded at 322,885 miles on 8 Feb 2024, 43,089 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
279,796 miles · 21 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
43,089 miles
Average per year
18,833 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 322,885 miles
  • 2023 – 279,796 miles
  • 2022 – 226,882 miles
  • 2021 – 170,106 miles
  • 2019 – 117,707 miles
  • 2018 – 111,548 miles
  • 2017 – 106,698 miles
  • 2016 – 101,257 miles
  • 2015 – 94,565 miles
  • 2014 – 85,996 miles
  • 2013 – 83,679 miles
  • 2012 – 72,307 miles
  • 2011 – 62,927 miles
  • 2010 – 59,402 miles
  • 2009 – 47,492 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass322,885 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (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))

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 tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Engine cover

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • N/s/r light damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • O/s/r tyre outer side wall damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 25 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass322,885 miles (+43,089)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    322,885 miles
    Test number
    485008948743
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (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))

  2. Pass279,796 miles (+52,914)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    279,796 miles
    Test number
    418577414441
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass226,882 miles (+56,776)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    226,882 miles
    Test number
    348646598681

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass170,106 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    170,106 miles
    Test number
    736264298391
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail170,077 miles (+52,370)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,077 miles
    Test number
    257721129587
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass117,707 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    117,707 miles
    Test number
    366168162135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail117,707 miles (+6,159)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,707 miles
    Test number
    621822089495
    • MajorFront Brake hose excessively deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass111,548 miles (+4,850)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    111,548 miles
    Test number
    918475721891

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass106,698 miles (+5,441)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    106,698 miles
    Test number
    181658502888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass101,257 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    101,257 miles
    Test number
    563874007529
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses slightly perrished
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre valves slightly perrished
    • AdvisoryBoth number plate lights slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing thin
    • AdvisoryN/s/r inner light lens damaged
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre worn close to the legal limit and slightly worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and engine covers fitted

  11. Fail101,255 miles (+6,690)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,255 miles
    Test number
    407242763049
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses slightly perrished
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre valves slightly perrished
    • AdvisoryBoth number plate lights slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing thin
    • AdvisoryN/s/r inner light lens damaged
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre worn close to the legal limit and slightly worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and engine covers fitted

  12. Pass94,565 miles (+8)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    94,565 miles
    Test number
    752338539881
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover
    • AdvisoryN/s/r light damaged
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre outer side wall damaged
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays

  13. Fail94,557 miles (+8,561)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,557 miles
    Test number
    537241721927
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover
    • AdvisoryN/s/r light damaged
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre outer side wall damaged
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays

  14. Pass85,996 miles (+2,317)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    85,996 miles
    Test number
    336302994184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass83,679 miles (+11,372)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2014
    Odometer
    83,679 miles
    Test number
    296314233179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass72,307 miles (+94)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2013
    Odometer
    72,307 miles
    Test number
    977991132123
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slightly out of shape

  17. Fail72,213 miles (+9,286)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,213 miles
    Test number
    246246022400
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteCHILD SEATS FITTED TO N/S/R AND O/S/R SEAT POSITIONS - UNABLE TO FULLY CHECK SEAT BELT INSTALLATION
    • NoteSCREEN WASH FLUID LOW

  18. Pass62,927 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    62,927 miles
    Test number
    707171311152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail62,927 miles (+3,525)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,927 miles
    Test number
    389011401120
    • FailureFront Service brake juddering severely (3.7.C.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  20. Fail59,402 miles3 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,402 miles
    Test number
    142967850291
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteFRONT AND REAR BRAKE DISCS SLIGHTLY WORN AND CORRODED
    • NotePOWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL LOW

  21. Pass59,402 miles (+11,910)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    59,402 miles
    Test number
    184857850295
    • NoteFRONT AND REAR BRAKE DISCS SLIGHTLY WORN AND CORRODED
    • NotePOWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL LOW

  22. Pass47,492 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    47,492 miles
    Test number
    211257179412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail47,492 miles2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,492 miles
    Test number
    484606379115
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LA55 COU

Does LA55 COU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA55 COU expired on 7 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA55 COU?
The MOT on LA55 COU expired on 7 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA55 COU done?
LA55 COU was recorded at 322,885 miles at its MOT on 8 Feb 2024, an average of 18,833 miles a year.
Has LA55 COU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 COU has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on LA55 COU ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LA55 COU find?
LA55 COU passed its latest MOT on 8 Feb 2024 with 4 advisories: offside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside rear lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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