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EK06 FRR

2006 Volkswagen Phaeton

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2021
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

137,862 mi
Last recorded137,862 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2020
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton89,433 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK06 FRR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2020 137,862 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 133,043 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 124,909 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 123,720 miles

been stood for some period of time

Pass 9 Nov 2015 122,975 miles

Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

both front alloys welded

coolant leak

covers covering under vehicle

Fail 30 Oct 2015 122,975 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

both front alloys welded

coolant leak

covers covering under vehicle

Fail 26 Oct 2015 122,973 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement brake stuck on (3.5.1k)

unable to check O/S rear wheel bearing due to brake sticking on

Pass 3 Oct 2014 111,726 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 101,816 miles

both font drop link bushes deteriorated,

play in inner rack ends.

Fail 27 Sep 2013 101,816 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

both font drop link bushes deteriorated,

play in inner rack ends.

Pass 27 Sep 2012 93,138 miles

both rear tyres worn on edges

o/s wiper worn but still clearing screen

o/s/r tyre 3mm

Pass 1 Oct 2011 87,260 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2011 87,260 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 25 Sep 2010 79,504 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 120,447 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 103,717 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 96,098 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 78,713 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 65,016 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 47,017 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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EK06 FRR is a 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 EK06 FRR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EK06 FRR registered?

EK06 FRR is a 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 27 March 2006.

Is EK06 FRR safe to buy?

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