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AM08 KNV

2008 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

101,215 mi
Last recorded101,215 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton89,035 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 KNV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2025 101,215 miles

Central Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 96,640 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 93,094 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 92,621 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 92,306 miles

can not pick up emissions

Pass 17 May 2018 90,547 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 90,023 miles

could not pick up emissions up

engine management light on

Pass 21 Jul 2016 88,711 miles

oil leak, engine management light on

Fail 20 Jul 2016 88,711 miles

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

oil leak, engine management light on

Pass 21 Jul 2015 83,285 miles

can not pick up emissions

Fail 21 Jul 2015 83,285 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

can not pick up emissions

Pass 30 Jul 2014 74,075 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 61,056 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Apr 2012 56,221 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 43,423 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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AM08 KNV is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AM08 KNV, 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 AM08 KNV registered?

AM08 KNV is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 5 March 2008.

Is AM08 KNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM08 KNV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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