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MF55 YRR

2005 Volkswagen Phaeton

Blue Diesel 2697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,815 mi
Last recorded94,815 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton88,987 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF55 YRR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,697cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2018 94,815 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 90,500 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2015 84,208 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 78,279 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 65,526 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Sep 2013 64,471 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 May 2013 63,331 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2013 63,331 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 56,490 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 56,450 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 51,361 miles

Front and rear brake discs have slight corrosion

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

Fail 16 Aug 2010 51,361 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front and rear brake discs have slight corrosion

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

Pass 25 Aug 2009 40,072 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 30,069 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2008 30,060 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

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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MF55 YRR is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton in Blue 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 MF55 YRR, 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 MF55 YRR registered?

MF55 YRR is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 23 September 2005.

Is MF55 YRR safe to buy?

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