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DA05 MKV

2005 Volkswagen Phaeton

Silver Diesel 2697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2016
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,944 mi
Last recorded95,944 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2015
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton88,987 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA05 MKV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,697cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 13 Mar 2015 95,944 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

both sides at rear brake discs and brake pads wearing thin

Pass 19 Feb 2014 88,683 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2013 76,560 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 110,879 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 67,294 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 53,567 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 36,955 miles

Offside Front Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 30,139 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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DA05 MKV is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton in Silver with a 2,697cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 88,987 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 DA05 MKV, 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 21 years old, this Volkswagen Phaeton is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DA05 MKV registered?

DA05 MKV is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 8 June 2005.

Is DA05 MKV safe to buy?

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