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AJ58 HDF

2008 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

174,668 mi
Last recorded174,668 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton89,035 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ58 HDF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2025 174,668 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Fail 31 Jan 2025 174,657 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure to caliper (1.1.12 (d))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Feb 2024 170,559 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2023 166,344 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing on innermost edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 163,401 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 161,181 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 130,901 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 128,797 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Dec 2016 122,517 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 117,386 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 102,243 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 85,176 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 66,579 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 42,902 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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AJ58 HDF is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 89,035 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 AJ58 HDF, 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 18 years old, this Volkswagen Phaeton is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AJ58 HDF registered?

AJ58 HDF is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 24 September 2008.

Is AJ58 HDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ58 HDF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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