MOT Status
ValidMileage
176,693 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Central Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Brake caliper appears slightly damp
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
Nearside and offside front suspension level sensors deteriorated/temporary repair
Offside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Door mirror delaminating
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Phaeton?
Based on 29,406 MOT tests across 2,246 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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DG56 VCA is a 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton in Silver with a 2,697cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.
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 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 DG56 VCA, 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 DG56 VCA registered?
DG56 VCA is a 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 19 September 2006.
Is DG56 VCA safe to buy?
The MOT history for DG56 VCA shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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