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KW54 NZE

2005 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 4921cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

139,639 mi
Last recorded139,639 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton88,987 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW54 NZE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,921cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2018 139,639 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Jun 2018

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2017 125,920 miles

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

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

Offside Rear slight knock from anti roll bar link

chip in N/S lower windscreen

Fail 28 Apr 2017 125,919 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear slight knock from anti roll bar link

chip in N/S lower windscreen

Pass 26 Apr 2016 112,579 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2016 112,579 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 105,495 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 104,651 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 101,819 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 96,577 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 91,708 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 80,979 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Spare tyre defective

plastic under vehicle

Pass 12 Mar 2009 68,699 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 53,078 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2008 53,078 miles

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

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

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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KW54 NZE is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 4,921cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 KW54 NZE, 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 KW54 NZE registered?

KW54 NZE is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 21 February 2005.

Is KW54 NZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW54 NZE shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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