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CK08 MMJ

2008 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

109,778 mi
Last recorded109,778 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton89,035 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK08 MMJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2025 109,778 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 97,379 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 82,686 miles

offside rear tyre showing slight wear on inside edge

Fail 24 Apr 2023 82,686 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component leaking strut (5.3.5 (c))

offside rear tyre showing slight wear on inside edge

Pass 9 Apr 2022 73,441 miles

Offside Front inner wheel arch oil lear

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Apr 2021 64,854 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 63,399 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 3mm @ 255/40 r19 Y XL (5.2.3 (e))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jun 2019 61,146 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

emissions limits just met

o/s/r lamp unit cracked

Fail 2 Jun 2019 61,146 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

emissions limits just met

o/s/r lamp unit cracked

tailgate in-op

Pass 22 Jun 2018 57,417 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 53,904 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 49,240 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 44,686 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

N/s/r brake disc slightly corroded

O/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 23 May 2014 42,024 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

damage to n/s/f tyre sidewalls

n/s/f wheel has damage to inner rim

n/s/r brake disc corroded

Pass 13 May 2013 34,785 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 May 2012 26,677 miles

Osr inner tyre sidewall has cut, not deep enough to reach the ply/cords

Fail 18 May 2012 26,675 miles

Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Osr inner tyre sidewall has cut, not deep enough to reach the ply/cords

Pass 20 May 2011 18,332 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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CK08 MMJ is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CK08 MMJ, 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 CK08 MMJ registered?

CK08 MMJ is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is CK08 MMJ safe to buy?

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