MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
120,155 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
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))
Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
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
Both handbrake cables outer casing worn
Engine covers and under trays worn
Nearside Number plate light dim
Reverse lights inop
emissions to low for analyser
tyre pressure monitoring system fault pre 2012
both rear tyres steppin inner edge
undertrays fitted to vehicle
various marks and scratches vehicle and alloys
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
surface corrossion on exhaust
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)
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Phaeton?
Based on 29,406 MOT tests across 2,246 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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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How do I check the history of BD55 AKP?
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What year was BD55 AKP registered?
BD55 AKP is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 21 November 2005.
Is BD55 AKP safe to buy?
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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