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FD55 VKV

2006 Volkswagen Phaeton

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

154,848 mi
Last recorded154,848 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2023
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton89,433 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD55 VKV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2023 154,848 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2021 222,039 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2020 139,025 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2020 139,025 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 130,704 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 118,706 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement thrust arm bush(marked) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement thrust arm bush(marked) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 106,307 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 93,371 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 8 Jan 2016 84,331 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 72,325 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 61,916 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2012 57,676 miles

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Jan 2012 51,678 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2011 46,825 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2011 46,825 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 31 Dec 2009 40,729 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2008 34,003 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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FD55 VKV is a 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 FD55 VKV, 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 FD55 VKV registered?

FD55 VKV is a 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 1 January 2006.

Is FD55 VKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD55 VKV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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