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AD54 DSX

2004 Volkswagen Phaeton

Grey Diesel 2697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

114,519 mi
Last recorded114,519 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2017
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton81,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD54 DSX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,697cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2017 114,519 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 104,409 miles

mil light on

Pass 19 Jan 2015 93,423 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 82,841 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 72,426 miles

fluid leak from pipe under n/s/f wheel arch

Fail 13 Apr 2013 72,397 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

fluid leak from pipe under n/s/f wheel arch

Pass 15 May 2012 62,803 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 1 Nov 2011 54,301 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 38,510 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2009 35,280 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2009 35,280 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 10 Dec 2008 28,044 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 21,884 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Phaeton?

Based on 29,406 MOT tests across 2,246 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
7,146
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,246
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 641
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 514
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 316
Headlamp aim too high 207
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 207
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AD54 DSX is a 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton in Grey with a 2,697cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 81,103 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Phaeton fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 641 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD54 DSX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Phaeton typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Volkswagen Phaeton is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AD54 DSX registered?

AD54 DSX is a 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 20 December 2004.

Is AD54 DSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD54 DSX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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