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OE08 GVU

2008 Volkswagen Phaeton

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

363,830 mi
Last recorded363,830 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton89,035 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE08 GVU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2022 363,830 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack in bottom of screen (3.2 (a) (i))

both front tyres near to legal limit

Fail 19 Nov 2022 363,713 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Electronic parking brake control defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated handbrake siezed (1.1.6 (d))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fractured wheel split inrim (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack in bottom of screen (3.2 (a) (i))

both front tyres near to legal limit

Pass 7 Dec 2021 222,180 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

MIL warning on

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sills (Both) and N/S/F floor pan (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 30 Nov 2021 222,178 miles

Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

Brake performance not tested Due to flat tyre O/S/F (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

MIL warning on

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sills (Both) and N/S/F floor pan (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 217,816 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 213,032 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 212,540 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Aug 2016 300,261 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 164,413 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 159,009 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 132,087 miles

Engine check light on

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Apr 2013 90,595 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

engine check light on

engine oil level low

Pass 17 Apr 2012 33,752 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 1 Dec 2011 30,159 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 29,176 miles

nearside + offside rear wheels been repaired

Pass 11 Dec 2010 18,950 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 10,811 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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OE08 GVU is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 OE08 GVU, 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

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What year was OE08 GVU registered?

OE08 GVU is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is OE08 GVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE08 GVU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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