Volkswagen Touareg (2011)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 3,701 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£2,808

£234/month

MOT Pass Rate

84%

Good

Road Tax

£445

Estimated/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 30-42

2995cc Hybrid

Solid Option

84% pass rate, £2,808/year to run. Close to the average across all models.

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Hybrid2995cc15 years old3,701 tests122k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Hybrid, 2995cc)

~30 mpg (petrol-engine estimate; hybrids usually use less)

£1,958

Road Tax

Estimated CO2 band

£445

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

£350

Total per year£2,808

Per month£234/mo

Per week£54/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

Reliability Verdict

84% MOT pass rate(Good)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the average of 82% across all models in our data.

84% of MOT tests on Volkswagen Touaregs from 2011 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 13 years old. That's based on 3,701 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 122,498 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2011 models210th of 595(top half)

Rank among Volkswagen models653rd of 1,086(bottom half)

vs average of all models+2%(82% avg)

vs 2011 models average+7%(77% avg)

vs Volkswagen average-1%(85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

122,498

Average miles

96,200

Expected for age

The average 2011 Volkswagen Touareg had 122,498 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is above the expected 96,200 miles for a 13-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.

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Best Year to Buy?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2020 model has the highest MOT pass rate at 93%, while the 2005 model has the lowest at 76%. The 2011 scores 84%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.

Volkswagen Touareg by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2021	93%	745	35,077 mi
2020	93%	1,542	43,671 mi
2019	91%	6,746	49,179 mi
2018	90%	3,613	56,095 mi
2017	85%	7,454	65,245 mi
2016	86%	8,176	75,288 mi
2015	85%	9,905	84,367 mi
2014	88%	7,329	94,102 mi
2013	86%	5,596	104,529 mi
2012	86%	4,035	113,342 mi
2011	84%	3,701	122,498 mi
2010	81%	1,668	128,292 mi
2009	80%	2,577	126,791 mi
2008	78%	3,337	137,817 mi
2007	79%	4,677	142,943 mi
2006	78%	3,571	146,020 mi
2005	76%	2,324	147,345 mi
2004	79%	1,176	138,196 mi
2003	79%	317	130,286 mi

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About the 2011 Volkswagen Touareg

The 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is a large car. Our records list a 2995cc hybrid engine, though engines vary between versions. 3,701 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all models from 2011, the average MOT pass rate is 77%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 122,498 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Volkswagen Touareg owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2011 Volkswagen Touareg Fuel Costs

The 2995cc hybrid engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Our estimate uses around 30 mpg, the figure for a petrol engine of this size, which works out to roughly £1,958 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year). As a hybrid it should use less than that, and real-world fuel costs depend a lot on how much electric-only driving you do.

What does it cost to own a 2011 Volkswagen Touareg?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,808 (£234/month), broken down as £1,958 fuel, £445 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 84% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

Volkswagen Touareg Reliability Trend

Newer Volkswagen Touaregs pass their MOT more often than older ones, by 9 percentage points on average, which is mostly down to age and wear.

Buying a Used 2011 Volkswagen Touareg

At 15 years old, the Volkswagen Touareg is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2020 model has the highest pass rate at 93%.

How the 2011 Volkswagen Touareg stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
Volkswagen Touareg(2011)	84%	£1,958	£445	Grp 30-42	£2,808
Lexus RX450H(2010)	86%	£1,958	£790	Grp 35-50	£3,153+£345
Porsche Cayenne(2011)	90%	£1,958	£445	Grp 30-42	£2,658-£150
Lexus RX400H(2009)	82%	£1,958	£790	Grp 35-50	£3,153+£345
Lexus RX 450H Luxury CVT(2013)	90%	£1,958	£790	Grp 35-50	£3,003+£195

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2011 Volkswagen Touareg

Is the 2011 Volkswagen Touareg reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. 84% of MOT tests on 2011 Volkswagen Touaregs ended in a pass, from 3,701 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 2 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2011 Volkswagen Touareg cost to run?

Our estimate is £2,808 a year (£234 a month): £1,958 fuel, £445 road tax, £55 MOT and £350 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2011 Volkswagen Touareg?

84% of 3,701 MOT tests on the 2011 Volkswagen Touareg ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 210th of 595 models first registered in 2011 (top half).

Which year Volkswagen Touareg has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2020 Volkswagen Touareg has the highest MOT pass rate at 93% and the 2005 the lowest at 76%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2011 Volkswagen Touareg?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is 122,498 miles, which is above the expected 96,200 miles for a 13-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.