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NY53 JYG

2004 Volkswagen Phaeton

Silver Petrol 3189cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

112,201 mi
Last recorded112,201 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2015
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton81,103 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNY53 JYG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,189cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2015 112,201 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Dec 2014 112,187 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Nov 2013 104,158 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2012 95,733 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 80,310 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 63,420 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 36,663 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 32,527 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 25,456 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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NY53 JYG is a 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton in Silver with a 3,189cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 81,103 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 NY53 JYG, 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 22 years old, this Volkswagen Phaeton is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NY53 JYG?

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What year was NY53 JYG registered?

NY53 JYG is a 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 6 January 2004.

Is NY53 JYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for NY53 JYG shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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