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LB55 URF

2005 Volkswagen Phaeton

Grey Diesel 2697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

155,693 mi
Last recorded155,693 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton88,987 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB55 URF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,697cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2023 155,693 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 134,543 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 107,927 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))

Pass 4 Dec 2019 95,068 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 85,025 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 73,650 miles

both front brake discs worn

front inner brake linings approaching wear indicators

Pass 28 Nov 2016 69,377 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 64,746 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 60,430 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 55,320 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 50,927 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 44,643 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2011 44,643 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Driverside front tyre wearing on edges

Pass 8 Dec 2010 40,099 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2010 40,099 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jan 2010 33,954 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 28,428 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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LB55 URF is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton in Grey with a 2,697cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LB55 URF, 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 LB55 URF registered?

LB55 URF is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 23 December 2005.

Is LB55 URF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB55 URF 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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