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MT08 XSN

2008 Volkswagen Phaeton

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

156,791 mi
Last recorded156,791 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton89,035 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT08 XSN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2020 156,791 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2020 156,791 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Aug 2019 143,071 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wall (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Aug 2019 143,071 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wall (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 131,012 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2018 131,012 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 118,721 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 106,971 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2015 106,951 miles

Rear tyres worn

Pass 13 Oct 2014 103,550 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 161,900 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2013 161,858 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Engine management light on.

Pass 14 Aug 2012 61,904 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 60,610 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 46,118 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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MT08 XSN is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 MT08 XSN, 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 MT08 XSN registered?

MT08 XSN is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is MT08 XSN safe to buy?

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