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KS54 YJA

2005 Volkswagen Phaeton

Grey Diesel 4921cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

116,419 mi
Last recorded116,419 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton88,987 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS54 YJA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,921cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2016 116,419 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 May 2014 103,081 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

marks on bodywork:osr door scratches,nsr door bottom trim missing

osr tyre wearing inner tread

wipers slightly smearing

Fail 23 Apr 2014 103,078 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Coolant leak

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

Oil leak

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

brake pad wear sensor light on

marks on bodywork:osr door scratches,nsr door bottom trim missing

osr tyre wearing inner tread

wipers slightly smearing

Pass 25 May 2013 96,355 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2012 88,320 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2011 83,498 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 72,867 miles

Nearside Outer Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 May 2009 60,389 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 48,705 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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KS54 YJA is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton in Grey with a 4,921cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 KS54 YJA, 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 KS54 YJA registered?

KS54 YJA is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 21 February 2005.

Is KS54 YJA safe to buy?

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