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LT58 JFZ

2008 Volkswagen Phaeton

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

178,524 mi
Last recorded178,524 miles
Recorded on16 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton89,035 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT58 JFZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2017 178,524 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both inner edge (4.1.E.1)

fuel tank area damp

Fail 15 May 2017 178,524 miles

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both inner edge (4.1.E.1)

fuel tank area damp

Pass 15 Jul 2016 147,492 miles

Engine covers & undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 27 Jul 2015 104,655 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine mil light on

o/s washer jet alignment poor but providing water to screen

Pass 29 Jul 2014 51,472 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 47,973 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 46,350 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 37,002 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2011 36,900 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Outer Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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LT58 JFZ is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 89,035 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 LT58 JFZ, 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 18 years old, this Volkswagen Phaeton is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LT58 JFZ registered?

LT58 JFZ is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 10 November 2008.

Is LT58 JFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT58 JFZ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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