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LK04 USJ

2004 Volkswagen Phaeton

Silver Petrol 3189cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

112,538 mi
Last recorded112,538 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2014
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton81,103 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK04 USJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,189cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2014 112,538 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 101,423 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2012 89,755 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2011 79,616 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 79,616 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 67,303 miles

Advise front and rear brake disc,s are worn

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 21 Dec 2010 67,303 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Advise boot lid will not open ,but is secure

Advise engine management light on

Advise front and rear brake disc,s are worn

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Dec 2009 58,418 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 45,770 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 69,463 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 33,294 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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LK04 USJ is a 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton in Silver with a 3,189cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 81,103 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 LK04 USJ, 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 22 years old, this Volkswagen Phaeton is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LK04 USJ registered?

LK04 USJ is a 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 30 March 2004.

Is LK04 USJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK04 USJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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