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GX04 XZM

2004 Volkswagen Phaeton

Silver Diesel 4921cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

61,483 mi
Last recorded61,483 miles
Recorded on31 May 2024
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton81,103 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX04 XZM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,921cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2024 61,483 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Jun 2023 61,229 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 60,833 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 58,253 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 53,691 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 51,465 miles
Fail 29 May 2018 51,460 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2017 49,874 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 48,980 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 48,359 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 47,463 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 41,317 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 34,980 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 30,193 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2009 24,755 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 22,303 miles

front tyres wearing close to limits on edges

Pass 6 Mar 2007 18,625 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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GX04 XZM is a 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton in Silver with a 4,921cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 81,103 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 GX04 XZM, 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 22 years old, this Volkswagen Phaeton is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GX04 XZM registered?

GX04 XZM is a 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 15 March 2004.

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The MOT history for GX04 XZM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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