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E21 GAM

2008 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

125,905 mi
Last recorded125,905 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton89,035 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE21 GAM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2022 125,905 miles

Parking brake has only just met its efficiency & requires adjustment/repair

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 7 Dec 2022 125,896 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake has only just met its efficiency & requires adjustment/repair

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 119,247 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

parking brake limit just met

Pass 2 Nov 2020 190,567 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2019 111,323 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 96,259 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 96,017 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 92,011 miles

engine under tray fitted

Pass 28 Nov 2016 85,410 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 70,819 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 60,597 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 46,013 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 33,429 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 25,764 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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E21 GAM is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 89,035 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 E21 GAM, 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 18 years old, this Volkswagen Phaeton is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E21 GAM registered?

E21 GAM is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 13 December 2008.

Is E21 GAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E21 GAM shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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