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VOLKSWAGEN TOURAN (2016)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 5,794 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

88%

Total Tests (2024)

5,794

Avg Mileage

76,448 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,572

Is the 2016 VOLKSWAGEN TOURAN reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's 6 points above the national average of 82%.

At 8 years old, 88% of VOLKSWAGEN TOURANs from 2016 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 5,794 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 76,448 miles.

How does the 2016 VOLKSWAGEN TOURAN compare?

Rank among all 2016 cars284th out of 586(top 48%)
Rank among all VOLKSWAGEN models524th out of 1,118(top 47%)
vs national average+6% (82% avg)
vs 2016 cars average+3% (85% avg)
vs VOLKSWAGEN average+3% (85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2016 VOLKSWAGEN TOURAN has 76,448 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 59,200 miles for a 8-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.

Best year to buy a VOLKSWAGEN TOURAN?

The most reliable year is the 2024 model with a 100% MOT pass rate, while the 2003 model has the lowest at 70%. The 2016 sits between the two at 88%.

How much does a 2016 VOLKSWAGEN TOURAN cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1400cc)
£1,137
🏛️Road Tax
£30
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,572
Per month£131/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

VOLKSWAGEN TOURAN by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
2024100%5844,247 mi
202292%3931,190 mi
202191%1,89228,984 mi
202091%4,14733,907 mi
201990%4,35842,811 mi
201887%5,95557,164 mi
201788%6,70264,923 mi
201688%5,79476,448 mi
201582%6,48190,375 mi
201483%8,53493,929 mi
201382%10,24698,122 mi
201280%10,457109,351 mi
201179%11,036116,809 mi
201074%9,184128,372 mi
200973%10,220133,955 mi
200872%9,753138,257 mi
200773%10,531141,594 mi
200670%7,812143,678 mi
200570%5,814149,044 mi
200470%3,821151,796 mi
200370%516146,412 mi

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About the 2016 VOLKSWAGEN TOURAN

The 2016 VOLKSWAGEN TOURAN is a small family car with a 1400cc petrol engine. 5,794 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all cars from 2016, the average MOT pass rate is 85%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 76,448 miles at 8 years old, VOLKSWAGEN TOURAN owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2016 VOLKSWAGEN TOURAN Fuel Costs

The 1400cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2016 VOLKSWAGEN TOURAN?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,572 (£131/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £30 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 88% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

VOLKSWAGEN TOURAN Reliability Trend

Newer VOLKSWAGEN TOURANs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 15 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2016 VOLKSWAGEN TOURAN

At 8 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. If you're flexible on year, the 2024 model has the highest pass rate at 100%. With 5,794 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Alternatives to the 2016 VOLKSWAGEN TOURAN

The VOLKSWAGEN TOURAN is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol small family cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: