MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
135,238 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
both front tyres perished and cracking.
Brake performance not tested due to o/s rear brake biding badly (3.7.A.1)
Fuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)
Nearside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)
Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
both front tyres perished and cracking.
Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Spare tyre defective
Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear 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.
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BD55 AKV is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,697cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
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 BD55 AKV, 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 AKV registered?
BD55 AKV is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 24 November 2005.
Is BD55 AKV safe to buy?
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