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BD08 GCZ

2008 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

125,324 mi
Last recorded125,324 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton89,035 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 GCZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2021 125,324 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2020 119,217 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 107,621 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 93,485 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 82,142 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 14 Feb 2017 82,140 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Feb 2016 81,531 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 66,949 miles

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 13 Aug 2013 55,813 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

front number plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 13 Aug 2012 68,158 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 32,791 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)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front 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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BD08 GCZ is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BD08 GCZ, 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 BD08 GCZ registered?

BD08 GCZ is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is BD08 GCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD08 GCZ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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