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AM08 ZCT

2008 Volkswagen Phaeton

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2020
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

143,361 mi
Last recorded143,361 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton89,035 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 ZCT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 7 Sep 2019 143,361 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2018 133,090 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 121,867 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2016 112,904 miles

Cover fitted to underside of vehicle

Emissions ready zero

Front Damage to number plate

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

Object removed from screen prior to test

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

Pass 21 May 2015 103,877 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 May 2014 86,293 miles

engine light on

Pass 28 May 2013 71,100 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 60,803 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 39,269 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 ZCT is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ZCT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AM08 ZCT registered?

AM08 ZCT is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is AM08 ZCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM08 ZCT shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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