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AY54 JPV

2005 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 4921cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

133,000 mi
Last recorded133,000 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton88,987 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY54 JPV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,921cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2016 133,000 miles

Front Both front tyres are wearing on inner edges

Oil leak ()

X1 Bottom diesel cooler damaged

Fail 25 Oct 2016 132,999 miles

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

Front Both front tyres are wearing on inner edges

Oil leak ()

X1 Bottom diesel cooler damaged

Pass 2 Oct 2015 117,924 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Oct 2015 117,924 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2014 91,481 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 71,089 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

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

Pass 24 Dec 2012 69,724 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2011 65,636 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 60,726 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2010 60,724 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Dec 2009 55,596 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2008 48,493 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 41,930 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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AY54 JPV is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 4,921cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 88,987 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 AY54 JPV, 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 21 years old, this Volkswagen Phaeton is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY54 JPV registered?

AY54 JPV is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 20 January 2005.

Is AY54 JPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY54 JPV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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