2016 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0 TDI R-Line (SV16 XLE) for sale in Gateshead

2016 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0 TDI R-Line

85,000 miles Auto Diesel 2 owners Gateshead

Vehicle details

Year 2016

Registration SV16 XLE

Fuel economy 42.8 mpg

Power 258 bhp

Engine TDI

Body type SUV

Transmission Auto

Fuel Diesel

Doors 5

Seats 5

Description

This 2016 Volkswagen Touareg offers a composed and confident driving experience thanks to its smooth 3.0 TDI V6 and four-wheel drive setup. Acceleration is eager and well-weighted, while the suspension strikes a comfortable balance between comfort and control, making it easy to cover long distances with minimal fatigue.

Practicality is a strong suit here, with a generous boot and flexible cabin space that suit family life or towing duties. The R-Line specification adds a sporty presence and a refined interior ambience, making this Touareg a versatile choice for drivers seeking poise, comfort and everyday usability.

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Vehicle health & MOT history for SV16 XLE

Average MOT condition

Mixed maintenance history

Noticeable wear signals or past MOT issues found.

Last result: Passed Expires: 17 Aug 2027 Tests: 11

Wear and tear detected in MOT history

Repeated wear-related MOT notes found across brake wear, suspension wear

Vehicle has recorded MOT failures

MOT pass consistency is lower than ideal

18 Aug 2026

Mileage 85,583 miles

Passed

30 Oct 2025

Mileage 82,436 miles

Passed

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but NOT considered excessive

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

18 Oct 2025

Mileage 82,436 miles

Failed

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but NOT considered excessive

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

17 Oct 2024

Mileage 76,892 miles

Passed

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

14 Oct 2024

Mileage 76,890 miles

Failed

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))

10 Oct 2023

Mileage 64,215 miles

Passed

11 Oct 2022

Mileage 47,971 miles

Passed

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

04 Oct 2021

Mileage 35,871 miles

Passed

20 Oct 2020

Mileage 31,142 miles

Passed

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

21 Oct 2019

Mileage 24,131 miles

Passed

Best points and things to consider

Quick summary

Best points

Strengths

Priced well against similar vehicles.
Practical five-door layout.
Suitable for family or daily use.

Things to consider

Before travelling

MOT history suggests extra checks are sensible.
Repeated brake, tyre or wear advisories appear in the MOT history.
Number of keys is not confirmed.
No HPI check is listed.

2016 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0 TDI R-Line

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