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BD55 AKP

2005 Volkswagen Phaeton

Grey Diesel 2697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

120,155 mi
Last recorded120,155 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton88,987 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD55 AKP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,697cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2020 120,155 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 28 Nov 2019 118,170 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 106,957 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 101,150 miles

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

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

emissions too lean for results

Pass 29 Oct 2016 93,823 miles

Both handbrake cables outer casing worn

Engine covers and under trays worn

Nearside Number plate light dim

Reverse lights inop

Pass 30 Oct 2015 89,336 miles

emissions to low for analyser

tyre pressure monitoring system fault pre 2012

Pass 28 Nov 2014 84,776 miles

both rear tyres steppin inner edge

Pass 6 Dec 2013 78,994 miles

undertrays fitted to vehicle

various marks and scratches vehicle and alloys

Pass 29 Dec 2012 74,334 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

surface corrossion on exhaust

Pass 20 Jun 2012 70,885 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 70,872 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 21 Nov 2011 67,641 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 58,699 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 49,982 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 39,127 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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BD55 AKP is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton in Grey with a 2,697cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 BD55 AKP, 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.

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What year was BD55 AKP registered?

BD55 AKP is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 21 November 2005.

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The MOT history for BD55 AKP shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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