MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
150,860 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn heavily on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Blades severely worn (8.2.2)
Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn heavily on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
offside rear tyre inner edge scrubbed
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
emissions to clean to test
wipers worn
Centre Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
emissions to clean to test
wipers worn
Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
Nearside Inner Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Nearside Outer Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Offside Inner Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
OS headlamp beam flickers
Rear No plate cracked
Windecreen chipped
Boot wont secure closed
Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
OSF headlamp dipp beam flickering slightly
Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Phaeton?
Based on 29,406 MOT tests across 2,246 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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MK56 TPZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,697cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.
Across all 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 89,433 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 MK56 TPZ, 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 20 years old, this Volkswagen Phaeton is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of MK56 TPZ?
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What year was MK56 TPZ registered?
MK56 TPZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 8 September 2006.
Is MK56 TPZ safe to buy?
The MOT history for MK56 TPZ shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does MK56 TPZ have outstanding finance?
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