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KM58 LAE

2008 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

140,648 mi
Last recorded140,648 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton89,035 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM58 LAE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2025 140,648 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 135,441 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front inner has had welding repair

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 125,847 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 111,557 miles
Fail 31 May 2019 111,424 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 May 2018 102,027 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 88,001 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 83,231 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 79,480 miles

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

some corrosion to both rear brake discs

Pass 15 Aug 2014 75,324 miles

front brake pads have low remaining friction lining left

Pass 19 Aug 2013 71,896 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2013 71,896 miles

Headlamp switch insecure (1.7.1)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 68,019 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 57,024 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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KM58 LAE is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 89,035 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 KM58 LAE, 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 18 years old, this Volkswagen Phaeton is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KM58 LAE registered?

KM58 LAE is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 16 December 2008.

Is KM58 LAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM58 LAE shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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