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BK55 MZE

2005 Volkswagen Phaeton

Silver Diesel 2697cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

83,070 mi
Last recorded83,070 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton88,987 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK55 MZE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,697cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 83,070 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 82,109 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear bush has play but not excessive (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear bush has play but not excessive (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 82,108 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both top rear arms bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both top rear arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 82,108 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement back bushes both sides X 4 (2.4.G.2)

traction control light on

Fail 26 Sep 2017 82,108 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously obscured affecting the rear view wing mirror (8.1.2a)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front top suspension arm(s) back bushes deteriorating (2.4.G.2)

traction control light on?

Pass 30 Sep 2016 80,523 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 77,858 miles

exhaust bolt broken by dpf

Pass 17 Sep 2014 75,611 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2014 75,608 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 75,143 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 72,433 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 65,366 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 59,231 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 43,172 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 43,172 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2008 35,171 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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BK55 MZE is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton in Silver with a 2,697cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BK55 MZE, 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 BK55 MZE registered?

BK55 MZE is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 5 October 2005.

Is BK55 MZE safe to buy?

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