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OE08 GVY

2008 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

178,551 mi
Last recorded178,551 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2021
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton89,035 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE08 GVY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2021 178,551 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 177,274 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 176,452 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 174,704 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 167,217 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 164,573 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 154,266 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2014 138,383 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside rear brake binding slightly.

Fail 20 Jun 2013 120,125 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2013 120,125 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 98,223 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 May 2011 70,705 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 GVY is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 GVY, 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 OE08 GVY registered?

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

Is OE08 GVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE08 GVY shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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