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LK55 SXN

2005 Volkswagen Phaeton

Blue Diesel 4921cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2015
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

167,596 mi
Last recorded167,596 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2014
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton88,987 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK55 SXN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,921cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 26 Jan 2014 167,596 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jan 2013 160,516 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jan 2012 153,382 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 153,345 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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LK55 SXN is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton in Blue with a 4,921cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LK55 SXN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LK55 SXN registered?

LK55 SXN is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is LK55 SXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK55 SXN shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LK55 SXN have outstanding finance?

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