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BN06 VZT

2006 Volkswagen Phaeton

Silver Diesel 2697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,902 mi
Last recorded48,902 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2014
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton89,433 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN06 VZT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,697cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2014 48,902 miles

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres badly worn on edges

Pass 28 Feb 2013 32,724 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 21,423 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 18,231 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2010 15,848 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2010 15,834 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 12,750 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2009 12,748 miles

Offside Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)

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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BN06 VZT is a 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton in Silver with a 2,697cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BN06 VZT, 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

How do I check the history of BN06 VZT?

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What year was BN06 VZT registered?

BN06 VZT is a 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 21 March 2006.

Is BN06 VZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN06 VZT shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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