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EF57 LHM

2007 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

97,947 mi
Last recorded97,947 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2017
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton90,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF57 LHM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,697cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2017 97,947 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2017 97,946 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 84,603 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 70,939 miles

Oil leak

rear brake pads low

Fail 31 Oct 2013 70,937 miles

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

Oil leak

rear brake pads low

Pass 6 Sep 2012 59,955 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 53,327 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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EF57 LHM is a 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,697cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 90,560 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 EF57 LHM, 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 19 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 EF57 LHM registered?

EF57 LHM is a 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 26 November 2007.

Is EF57 LHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF57 LHM shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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