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LC55 ZRY

2005 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

246,965 mi
Last recorded246,965 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton88,987 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC55 ZRY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,697cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2021 246,965 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Sep 2021 246,914 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 236,932 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear 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))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2019 145,757 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 133,420 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2017 125,731 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 123,308 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 120,798 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 184,334 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 105,189 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 May 2013 100,206 miles

Slight play found at nearside steering rack inner joint

Pass 21 May 2012 85,543 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 66,238 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 66,238 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 27 May 2010 51,608 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 May 2009 38,530 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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LC55 ZRY is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,697cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LC55 ZRY, 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 LC55 ZRY registered?

LC55 ZRY is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 14 December 2005.

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The MOT history for LC55 ZRY shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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