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Volkswagen Touareg

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,460 cc

LR05 SBUMOT history

LR05 SBU is a blue diesel Volkswagen Touareg first used on 29 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 20 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 148,205 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2025.

LR05 SBU blue Volkswagen Touareg – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Touareg, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Nov 2026
Mileage
148,205 mi
At MOT on 30 Oct 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,375 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 SBU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Touareg
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 SBU was last recorded at 148,205 miles on 30 Oct 2025, 3,149 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,056 miles · 8 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,149 miles
Average per year
7,375 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 148,205 miles
  • 2024 – 145,056 miles
  • 2023 – 140,118 miles
  • 2022 – 134,190 miles
  • 2021 – 127,655 miles
  • 2020 – 120,663 miles
  • 2019 – 116,791 miles
  • 2018 – 110,025 miles
  • 2017 – 101,576 miles
  • 2016 – 93,044 miles
  • 2015 – 80,690 miles
  • 2014 – 75,203 miles
  • 2013 – 67,375 miles
  • 2012 – 59,320 miles
  • 2011 – 49,324 miles
  • 2010 – 40,438 miles
  • 2009 – 33,923 miles
  • 2008 – 20,259 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,205 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 24 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,205 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    148,205 miles
    Test number
    816671249448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail148,205 miles (+3,149)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,205 miles
    Test number
    728713086617
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device missing fuel cap missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass145,056 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    145,056 miles
    Test number
    818898535629
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Fail145,056 miles (+4,938)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,056 miles
    Test number
    658106950974
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken lower part of spring (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass140,118 miles (+5,928)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    140,118 miles
    Test number
    711754808847
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass134,190 miles (+6,535)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    134,190 miles
    Test number
    613339730478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass127,655 miles (+6,992)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    127,655 miles
    Test number
    513553323778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass120,663 miles (+3,872)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    120,663 miles
    Test number
    821988181101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass116,791 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    116,791 miles
    Test number
    860019556006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail116,757 miles (+6,732)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,757 miles
    Test number
    725360221020
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass110,025 miles (+8,449)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    110,025 miles
    Test number
    401094912536
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking also not reaching ply of cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking not reaching ply of cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower arm bushes splitting slightly

  12. Pass101,576 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    101,576 miles
    Test number
    730413625261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail101,576 miles (+8,532)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,576 miles
    Test number
    196760791435
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass93,044 miles (+12,354)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    93,044 miles
    Test number
    258686417894
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak engine covers fitted unable to see all testable items
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Pass80,690 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    80,690 miles
    Test number
    927593312315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail80,690 miles (+205)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,690 miles
    Test number
    495829976005
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureSteering rack gaiter insecure both sides (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass80,485 miles (+5,282)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    80,485 miles
    Test number
    885133705228
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass75,203 miles (+7,828)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    75,203 miles
    Test number
    835913104217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass67,375 miles (+8,055)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    67,375 miles
    Test number
    117802993150
    • NoteAdvise nearside rear tyre nail in tread.
    • NoteAdvise temporary repair to parking brake lever release grip.

  20. Fail59,320 miles2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,320 miles
    Test number
    366443392189
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteAdvise baby seat fitted n/s/r belt not checked
    • NoteAdvise o/s/f h/lamp a bit loose
    • NoteAdvise suspect h/brake reqs attention/ adjustment

  21. Pass59,320 miles (+9,996)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    59,320 miles
    Test number
    606213492199
    • NoteAdvise baby seat fitted n/s/r belt not checked
    • NoteAdvise o/s/f h/lamp a bit loose
    • NoteAdvise suspect h/brake reqs attention/ adjustment

  22. Pass49,324 miles (+8,886)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    49,324 miles
    Test number
    127962991130
    • DangerousAdvise nearside front tyre cracked in treads.

  23. Pass40,438 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    40,438 miles
    Test number
    560764590145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail40,438 miles (+6,515)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,438 miles
    Test number
    110144690154
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

  25. Pass33,923 miles (+13,664)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    33,923 miles
    Test number
    463085979137
    • NoteAdvise parking brake lever travels close to floor.

  26. Pass20,259 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    20,259 miles
    Test number
    302606378137
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LR05 SBU

Does LR05 SBU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR05 SBU is valid until 20 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR05 SBU?
The MOT on LR05 SBU is valid until 20 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR05 SBU done?
LR05 SBU was recorded at 148,205 miles at its MOT on 30 Oct 2025, an average of 7,375 miles a year.
Has LR05 SBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 SBU has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LR05 SBU 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 LR05 SBU find?
LR05 SBU passed its latest MOT on 30 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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