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BV08 WES

2008 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

165,534 mi
Last recorded165,534 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton89,035 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 WES
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2018 165,534 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

brake pad warning light on

engine oil level low

Pass 24 Jul 2017 89,042 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2017 88,590 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2016 61,795 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 55,131 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Jul 2014 50,105 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 47,227 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 42,517 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 40,504 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 31,717 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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BV08 WES is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 89,035 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 BV08 WES, 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 18 years old, this Volkswagen Phaeton is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BV08 WES registered?

BV08 WES is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is BV08 WES safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV08 WES shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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