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AK56 OEZ

2006 Volkswagen Phaeton

Grey Diesel 2697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

85,684 mi
Last recorded85,684 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2013
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton89,433 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK56 OEZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,697cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2013 85,684 miles

both front brake disc's worn

offside front tyre worn on edges

Pass 22 Nov 2012 71,458 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2012 71,458 miles

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

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

both rear tyres worn close to legal limit & only just passed test

Pass 29 Nov 2011 57,556 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2010 47,772 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 37,592 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2009 37,536 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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AK56 OEZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton in Grey with a 2,697cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 89,433 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AK56 OEZ, 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 20 years old, this Volkswagen Phaeton is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AK56 OEZ registered?

AK56 OEZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 21 September 2006.

Is AK56 OEZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK56 OEZ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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