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LV55 CTU

2005 Volkswagen Phaeton

Silver Diesel 2697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

130,102 mi
Last recorded130,102 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton88,987 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV55 CTU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,697cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2021 130,102 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2021 130,102 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 127,362 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2019 118,781 miles

osr tyre wearing close to limit

Pass 6 Apr 2018 111,537 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 103,630 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 102,933 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 100,644 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jul 2014 95,819 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 90,656 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 84,589 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 78,013 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2011 78,013 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2010 113,966 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2009 61,179 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 45,998 miles

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

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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LV55 CTU is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton in Silver 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 LV55 CTU, 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 LV55 CTU registered?

LV55 CTU is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is LV55 CTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV55 CTU 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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