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KM58 LDV

2008 Volkswagen Phaeton

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

77,743 mi
Last recorded77,743 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton89,035 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM58 LDV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 77,743 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2025 77,742 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not working DEFECTIVE LINKAGES (3.4 (a))

Rear Seat belt buckle missing CENTRE (7.1.2 (d))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 71,022 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 65,653 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 63,072 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 62,307 miles

Nearside Front Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 60,320 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 59,530 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 56,365 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2019 56,365 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 53,908 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 50,455 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 45,955 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 41,682 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 36,402 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 31,959 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2012 25,873 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 LDV is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LDV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KM58 LDV registered?

KM58 LDV is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 29 December 2008.

Is KM58 LDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM58 LDV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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