MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
177,245 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
front brake discs slightly worn
Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
front brake discs slightly worn
nearside & offside front anti roll bar link rod bushes slightly worn
Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Phaeton?
Based on 29,406 MOT tests across 2,246 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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LB05 VFY is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton in Silver with a 2,697cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 LB05 VFY, 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.
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What year was LB05 VFY registered?
LB05 VFY is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 19 July 2005.
Is LB05 VFY safe to buy?
The MOT history for LB05 VFY shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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