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KX08 FJP

2008 Volkswagen Phaeton

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

181,404 mi
Last recorded181,404 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton89,035 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX08 FJP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 181,404 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front joint slight blow bolts snapped (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top suspension arm rear arm inner bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top suspension arm rear arm inner bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 Jan 2026 181,087 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front exhaust joint has slight blow and bolts snapped (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top suspension arm rear arm rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked slightly outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top suspension arm front arm rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked slightly on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2025 173,322 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 168,426 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked slightly (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 26 Jan 2023 161,436 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2023 161,435 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Feb 2022 153,845 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

brake pad warning lamp on pads ok

Pass 28 Jan 2021 151,094 miles

Brake pad low warning light on but brake pads are ok.

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 148,360 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Jan 2019 141,515 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread CRACKED (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Jan 2018 136,319 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 131,649 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 129,009 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 121,344 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Jan 2014 113,288 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 94,147 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 76,856 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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KX08 FJP is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton in Blue 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 KX08 FJP, 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

How do I check the history of KX08 FJP?

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What year was KX08 FJP registered?

KX08 FJP is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 11 June 2008.

Is KX08 FJP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX08 FJP 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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