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OE05 VCA

2005 Volkswagen Phaeton

Grey Diesel 2697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

268,678 mi
Last recorded268,678 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton88,987 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE05 VCA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,697cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2017 268,678 miles

Nearside Front wheel dust cover loose

Offside Rear tyre inner edge worn

Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)

Fail 29 Dec 2017 268,678 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front wheel dust cover loose

Offside Rear tyre inner edge worn

Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)

Pass 18 Oct 2016 158,258 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 128,528 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 107,426 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 86,687 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 62,636 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 44,665 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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OE05 VCA is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton in Grey with a 2,697cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 OE05 VCA, 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.

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What year was OE05 VCA registered?

OE05 VCA is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is OE05 VCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE05 VCA shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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