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LD55 HFN

2005 Volkswagen Phaeton

Silver Diesel 2697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

260,739 mi
Last recorded260,739 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton88,987 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD55 HFN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,697cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2019 260,739 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2018 249,526 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2018 249,526 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Feb 2017 241,903 miles

all 4 tyres wearing uneven

Fail 6 Feb 2017 241,900 miles

Fuel pipe leaking at pre heater under vehicle (7.2.3)

Offside Front Air suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Offside Rear Air suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

all 4 tyres wearing uneven

Pass 24 Nov 2014 240,947 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2013 232,870 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 225,433 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 218,837 miles

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

Fail 15 Nov 2011 218,837 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Offside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2010 211,721 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 71,954 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 58,776 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 51,957 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 30,661 miles

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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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LD55 HFN is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton in Silver with a 2,697cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 LD55 HFN, 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 LD55 HFN registered?

LD55 HFN is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 13 September 2005.

Is LD55 HFN safe to buy?

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