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HG55 BYB

2005 Volkswagen Phaeton

Grey Petrol 3189cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

110,259 mi
Last recorded110,259 miles
Recorded on14 May 2015
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton88,987 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG55 BYB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,189cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 May 2015 110,259 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2014 107,013 miles

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

n/s front screen chipped

o/s rear tyre worn/perrished on inner edge

Fail 16 May 2014 107,013 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

n/s front screen chipped

o/s rear tyre worn/perrished on inner edge

Pass 14 May 2013 103,287 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 98,717 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres wearing on inner edges.

offside front tyre rubber chaunks missing tyre deteriated.

Pass 8 Feb 2011 91,791 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 113,292 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2009 113,292 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Sep 2008 59,248 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 59,219 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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HG55 BYB is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton in Grey with a 3,189cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 88,987 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 HG55 BYB, 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 21 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 HG55 BYB registered?

HG55 BYB is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 22 September 2005.

Is HG55 BYB safe to buy?

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