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OE54 FSN

2005 Volkswagen Phaeton

Blue Petrol 3189cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

112,644 mi
Last recorded112,644 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton88,987 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE54 FSN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,189cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 112,644 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2025 112,644 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 108,444 miles

Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2024 108,412 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 103,278 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 100,233 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 93,982 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 85,788 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 77,742 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 73,060 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 66,022 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 57,441 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 46,167 miles

Both front tyre have bold inner edges

Pass 28 Dec 2013 32,411 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Dec 2012 29,854 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 27,555 miles

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

Fail 29 Dec 2011 27,556 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Pass 29 Dec 2010 25,246 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 22,662 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 20,352 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 17,468 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2008 17,468 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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OE54 FSN is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton in Blue with a 3,189cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 OE54 FSN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OE54 FSN?

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What year was OE54 FSN registered?

OE54 FSN is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 28 January 2005.

Is OE54 FSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE54 FSN shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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