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BK56 YMD

2006 Volkswagen Phaeton

Silver Diesel 2697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

121,454 mi
Last recorded121,454 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2016
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton89,433 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK56 YMD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,697cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2016 121,454 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 97,455 miles

engine management warning light on dash display

Fail 21 Oct 2015 157,138 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed tread to shoulder 255/45zr18 103y (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

engine management warning light on dash display

Pass 29 Sep 2014 90,138 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 76,420 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 76,420 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 73,284 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 63,231 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 49,115 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 38,691 miles

on carrying out diesel emissions test unable to obtain a smoke reading due to engine running lean

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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BK56 YMD is a 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton in Silver with a 2,697cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 89,433 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 BK56 YMD, 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 20 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 BK56 YMD registered?

BK56 YMD is a 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is BK56 YMD safe to buy?

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