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KM58 RYF

2008 Volkswagen Phaeton

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

149,576 mi
Last recorded149,576 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton89,035 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2024 149,576 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Dec 2024 149,562 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2023 137,288 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 5 Dec 2022 119,935 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 104,937 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 89,546 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 74,463 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 67,915 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 61,608 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 54,703 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 54,669 miles

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 20 May 2015 46,858 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 43,998 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 31 Oct 2013 36,975 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 30,174 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 25,418 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 RYF is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RYF, 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 RYF registered?

KM58 RYF is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 13 November 2008.

Is KM58 RYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM58 RYF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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