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FH55 DSY

2006 Volkswagen Phaeton

Silver Diesel 2697cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

97,786 mi
Last recorded97,786 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton89,433 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH55 DSY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,697cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 97,786 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Dec 2023 96,224 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2022 94,254 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 92,910 miles

emissions not detected

Fail 14 Dec 2021 92,910 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

emissions not detected

Pass 17 Dec 2020 91,844 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Dec 2019 90,356 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Dec 2018 87,390 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 83,959 miles

emissions not detected

Pass 21 Dec 2016 80,316 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both fronts and nearside rear close to 3/4 limits (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 73,652 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2015 73,652 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2015 66,661 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 12 Dec 2013 61,084 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

all other 3 tyres low on edges

offside rear tyre close to 3/4 limit

Pass 18 Dec 2012 58,274 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 55,764 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2011 55,764 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2010 51,711 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 41,829 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 12 Dec 2008 31,203 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

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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FH55 DSY is a 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton in Silver with a 2,697cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 FH55 DSY, 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 FH55 DSY registered?

FH55 DSY is a 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 10 January 2006.

Is FH55 DSY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH55 DSY shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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