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CR07 ETU

2007 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

304,589 mi
Last recorded304,589 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2020
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton90,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCR07 ETU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,697cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2020 304,589 miles

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Aug 2019 293,653 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 278,508 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2018 278,485 miles

Emissions not tested smoking alot (8.2.2.2 (e))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 261,364 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 261,364 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 147,478 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2016 236,439 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 130,018 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

eml on

Pass 1 Jul 2014 125,248 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 18 Jun 2013 108,386 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jun 2012 87,423 miles

corrosion buildup on front brake discs

front tyres worn on edges of tread

some oil present on rear differential

Fail 25 May 2012 87,423 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

corrosion buildup on front brake discs

front tyres worn on edges of tread

some oil present on rear differential

Pass 16 Jun 2011 66,541 miles

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

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

front tyres very worn on edges of tread

Pass 29 Jun 2010 49,601 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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CR07 ETU is a 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,697cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 90,560 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 CR07 ETU, 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 19 years old, this Volkswagen Phaeton is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CR07 ETU registered?

CR07 ETU is a 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 31 July 2007.

Is CR07 ETU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CR07 ETU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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