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CA04 FKN

2004 Volkswagen Phaeton

Grey Diesel 4921cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

95,072 mi
Last recorded95,072 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2018
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton81,103 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA04 FKN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,921cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2018 95,072 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 93,897 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Pass 16 May 2016 93,183 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 83,208 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 79,311 miles

Nearside and Offside rear tyres wearing thin on inner edges

Pass 17 May 2012 70,120 miles

both front discs have corrosion building on inner surfaces

Pass 17 May 2011 62,173 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

both front discs have rust building on braking surfaces

both front tyres scuffing on inner edges

Pass 18 May 2010 52,514 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 43,927 miles

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)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 35,245 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 42,119 miles

nearside and offside front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 23 Apr 2007 42,119 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nearside and offside front tyres worn on inner edges

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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CA04 FKN is a 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton in Grey with a 4,921cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 81,103 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 CA04 FKN, 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 22 years old, this Volkswagen Phaeton is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CA04 FKN registered?

CA04 FKN is a 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 13 May 2004.

Is CA04 FKN safe to buy?

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