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NFZ 6526

2008 Volkswagen Phaeton

Silver Diesel 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2022
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

89,343 mi
Last recorded89,343 miles
Recorded on6 May 2021
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton89,035 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNFZ 6526
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2021 89,343 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Discolored (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Mar 2021 89,338 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Boot lid does not open

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Lense discolored (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2019 87,572 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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NFZ 6526 is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton in Silver with a 3,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 NFZ 6526, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NFZ 6526?

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What year was NFZ 6526 registered?

NFZ 6526 is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 13 November 2008.

Is NFZ 6526 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NFZ 6526 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NFZ 6526 have outstanding finance?

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