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DY05 OSN

2005 Volkswagen Phaeton

Grey Diesel 2697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

144,061 mi
Last recorded144,061 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton88,987 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY05 OSN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,697cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2019 144,061 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 137,607 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2018 137,607 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 129,588 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 120,482 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 108,433 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 99,824 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 91,771 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 81,662 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 70,594 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2010 60,159 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 39,964 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 25,998 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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DY05 OSN is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton in Grey with a 2,697cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DY05 OSN, 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

How do I check the history of DY05 OSN?

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What year was DY05 OSN registered?

DY05 OSN is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is DY05 OSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY05 OSN shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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