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CV06 PJU

2006 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

120,458 mi
Last recorded120,458 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2016
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton89,433 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV06 PJU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2016 120,458 miles

Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint both front bushes (2.5.B.1a)

Front engine light is on dash

Nearside Front wheel rim is slight cracked

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

dash failty

Pass 18 Oct 2014 116,258 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine management light wont go out.

n/s door mirror is deteriorated and damaged.

n/s front side light is slightly dim.

o/s drivers door lower outer trim is slightly protruding.

Fail 11 Oct 2014 116,210 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine management light wont go out.

n/s door mirror is deteriorated and damaged.

n/s front side light is slightly dim.

o/s drivers door lower outer trim is slightly protruding.

Pass 26 Oct 2013 113,539 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front brake discs worn thin

nearside door mirror lens damaged

slight damage to nearside front outer sill

Pass 11 Oct 2012 107,285 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Feb 2012 101,261 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2012 101,261 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 87,229 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

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

flatspots on rear tyres

Pass 17 Mar 2010 70,492 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 70,462 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 52,068 miles

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

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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CV06 PJU is a 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 CV06 PJU, 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.

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What year was CV06 PJU registered?

CV06 PJU is a 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 20 March 2006.

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