MOT Status
ValidMileage
97,786 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
emissions not detected
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
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))
Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))
emissions not detected
Tyre worn close to the legal limit both fronts and nearside rear close to 3/4 limits (4.1.E.1)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
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
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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
How do I check the history of FH55 DSY?
You can check the full history of FH55 DSY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
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.
Does FH55 DSY have outstanding finance?
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